The Darkness Surprise Performance at St. Pancras International

The Darkness surprise crowds with a Christmas performance at St. Pancras International

St. Pancras International was treated to an unforgettable performance today, Tuesday 25th December, as British rock legends The Darkness made a surprise appearance at the station. Arriving during a milestone week for the band, brothers Justin and Dan Hawkins thrilled travellers and commuters with an impromptu set filled with Christmas spirit.

Fresh off announcing their biggest headline tour in 20 years, and marking the 20th anniversary of their celebrated album One Way Ticket To Hell… And Back, the duo took to the station’s iconic public piano, joined by a 12-string guitar, to perform three songs. Their set featured the band’s much-loved holiday tune Christmas Time (Don’t Let The Bells End), the classic I Believe in a Thing Called Love, and a rendition of Mistletoe and Wine.

Their performance added to the musical legacy of the St. Pancras pianos, which have previously welcomed artists such as Elton John, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Norah Jones, Jeff Goldblum, and Rod Stewart.

Speaking on the performance, Justin Hawkins said:
“As Santa prepares to fly his reindeer-fuelled sleigh of Slays across the night sky, thence to squeeze his tubby frame down the exhaust flues of the nation’s central heating boilers, so we, The Darkness, dust off our Christmas songs in readiness for a glut of celebration! And what better place to celebrate than Britain’s favourite railway station?! As the commuters hurry by, mince pies crushed in their frozen palms, we are filled with joy to tickle the ivories of Christmas Warmth, and strum upon the Lute of Festive Light.”

Peter Martin-Jones, Head of Marketing at London St. Pancras Highspeed, added:
“St. Pancras International has become one of London’s go-to spots for live music, and having The Darkness bring such a festive performance to one of our iconic pianos perfectly captures that spirit. We are so pleased that Justin and Dan chose to pay us a visit in such an exciting week of announcements for the band.”

For more information on upcoming music, arts and culture events at St. Pancras International, visit our News & Events page and follow @StPancrasInternational on Instagram, or discover our 2025 Christmas Tree and other festive activities at St. Pancras International.