EastEnders spoilers for next week 1 to 4 December 2025

 What's coming up in Walford?

Next week on EastEnders, Zoe gets a shock when she receives another sinister threat at Walford’s Christmas lights switch on. Meanwhile, Howie proposes to Kim but faces pressure from Anthony, while Anna and Freddie say goodbye to the Square.

Here is our round-up of all the biggest moments coming up in Albert Square. You can also check out our collection of 60 spoiler pictures from next week’s episodes.

Zoe gets another threat

The Slaters come together for Freddie and Anna’s farewell celebrations, in spite of the fact that Jean is still at chances with the rest of the family. Lily feels that her nan is pushing herself as well difficult, whereas Kat tries to calm Zoe who is developing progressively concerned around her safety.

With Peacock Royal residence the support of the Christmas lights occasion, Elaine makes a discourse almost Anna and Freddie in the Square. But when the Christmas lights are exchanged on, a message shows up in the window of The Vic that clears out Zoe shaken.

Howie proposes

Howie is left stumbling for answers when Patrick assumes that he’s going to propose to Kim. But a later chat with Alfie focuses his mind, and Howie decides to ask Kim to marry him at the Christmas lights switch on. Howie manages to put together the perfect proposal, which delighted Kim accepts – but Anthony grows increasingly suspicious.

Lauren covers her tracks

Still devastated by her scam ordeal, Lauren has a secret conversation with Ian, but Peter catches the pair having a covert chat. Lauren makes up a story about what they were discussing and covers up the truth. What is she hiding from her husband?

Tommy is accused

After the Christmas lights drama, Zoe finds something in Tommy’s rucksack that leads her to believe he is her secret tormentor. As Tommy insists to his parents that he is innocent, Zoe lashes out at his whole family then picks a fight with Vicki downstairs in the bar.

Kat intervenes in this row, and feels she has no choice but to ask her daughter to move out of the pub. With the Slaters saying a final goodbye to Freddie, Zoe is given a lifeline by Anthony, who invites her to stay at his house.

Anna plays peacemaker

Harry’s addiction spirals out of control, as he makes up an excuse to take his mum’s credit card then uses it for drugs. Meanwhile, Anna is determined to build bridges between Kojo, Gina and Harry before she heads off on her travels, and she speaks to George about forgiveness.

Nicola is scared about what Teddy’s decision to plead guilty will do to Harry, and she continues to keep the truth from him…

Anthony and Howie face off

Anthony works to collect evidence against Howie, then confronts him about his suspicions. However, the power dynamic between the two men suddenly takes an unexpected turn. While Kim organises her engagement party, Anthony and Howie have big secrets that they want to keep under wraps.

But at the family event, things don’t go to plan and loose lips cause a lot of trouble. What will be revealed?

Jean struggles

Lily grows increasingly concerned about Jean’s mental health, as she finds it difficult to cope with Freddie leaving the Square. Taking matters into her own hands, Lily speaks to Anthony, who suggests that Jean should book a GP appointment with me. But when she tells this to Jean, she angrily refuses to seek help. Can Lily change her mind?

Harry's guilt escalates

Nicola heads to Teddy’s plea hearing and leaves Harry with Billy and Honey – but he soon sneaks off to find more money for drugs. Outside, Harry runs into Okie’s sister Deija, and when she invites him to her brother’s memorial, he feels even more guilty.

George takes Anna’s advice, and he, Kojo and Gina head over to speak to Harry – then he and Nicola leave the group to talk. Kojo spots the invite from Deija and encourages Harry to go to the memorial with him. Meanwhile, Nicola feels sick at McKlunky’s, but doesn’t tell George that she’s pregnant. How long will she keep this secret for?

Nigel casts his film

Nigel, Lexi and Julie hold auditions for his upcoming Christmas film, and Priya, Elaine, Callum, Harvey and Ian all turn up in the hope of bagging a starring role in the project. Later, Lexi asks Billy to help persuade Phil to take part in the film. Will reluctant Phil agree to play along?

Zoe makes a friend

During a difficult week, Zoe finds a friend in Lauren, and the pair grow closer as they discuss Zoe’s long-lost son. The friends later head back to Lauren’s house – but it appears that someone is watching them from the shadows. Who is keeping a close eye on Zoe, and is it her stalker?