On Thursday 17 December, from 1pm to 2pm, Devonshire Square will celebrate the grand finale of its ‘Art for Love’ Winter Festival 2026 with a special live performance by the exceptionally talented Kara Strings.
Internationally acclaimed, the Kara Strings ensemble has had the honour of performing for the Royal Family and regularly collaborates with some of the world’s leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Their impressive portfolio also includes performances for Netflix’s Bridgerton, Warner Bros and Universal Music.
For this special occasion, Kara Strings will delight the Devonshire Square community with an eclectic repertoire spanning much-loved Christmas classics, Pop hits and timeless classical compositions, alongside some of the most memorable film scores of all time. Expect an uplifting musical experience celebrating the magic of the festive season.
To make the occasion even more special, guests will also be invited to enjoy a complimentary tasting of delicious festive treats from Devonshire Square’s iconic retailers.
The event is FREE to attend and the complimentary festive treats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
About the ‘Art for Love’ Winter Festival
Carefully curated and organised each year by Devonshire Square’s Community and Events Management, the ‘Art for Love’ Winter Festival reflects Devonshire Square’s ongoing commitment to bringing people together through art, culture and meaningful community initiatives.
The festival presents an annual programme combining world-class artistic performances and expert-led creative workshops, designed to celebrate the arts, foster social connection and bring people together, while raising awareness and generating support for The Connection Homeless Charity and local charity Whitechapel Mission. Through this initiative, the Devonshire Square community and wider public are encouraged to embrace the spirit of giving and make a meaningful difference through voluntary charitable donations.
By bringing inspiring cultural experiences into the heart of the City, the initiative celebrates the power of creativity to connect people, inspire generosity and make a positive difference to the lives of others.
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For enquiries relating to DSQ’s Multicultural Events Programme, Festival of the Arts, Visual Art Exhibitions, Fashion and Music Productions, Wellness & Fitness Programme, Charitable Initiatives, and upcoming activations, please email frontdesk@dsq.london. Your enquiry will be directed to DSQ Community and Events Management for attention.