It’s almost time to wrap up warm and get festive! Here’s our Entertainment Swindon Guide To Christmas Lights Switch-On’s in and around Swindon.
Swindon Designer Outlet Christmas Light Switch-On
Date: Thursday 12th November
Time: From 3pm
Get ready for the Swindon Designer Outlet Christmas Lights Switch-On AND the return of Space Station Pudsey for BBC Children in Need!
First up, join us this Thursday 12th November for our Christmas Lights Switch-On from 3-7pm with the light switch on at 5:30pm!
Here’s what to look forward to:
Meet Mr and Mrs Claus and the panto characters
Live performances from Billy and Louie and the B&L Collective Choir
Spin to Win and plenty more festive fun!
Then, on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th November, we’re welcoming back Space Station Pudsey! Last here in 2023, they’ll be returning with their fourth Space Station to raise vital funds for BBC Children in Need.
Get ready for Daleks, the TARDIS, Star Wars characters and plenty of fun, all for a brilliant cause.
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Old Town Christmas Festival & Light Switch-On:
Date: Sunday 22nd November
Time: 1pm to 6pm
The festive season in Swindon is set to kick off in style as the Old Town Christmas Festival returns on Sunday 22nd November, bringing an afternoon of community spirit, live music, and seasonal celebrations to this beloved independent business district. Running from 1pm to 6pm, the event will once again be the focal point of Old Town’s Christmas festivities, featuring a packed programme of food, drink, and entertainment.
What to expect
- Christmas market & trader stalls offering gifts, crafts, seasonal treats
- Live performances, local stars, street entertainment, headline acts
- Light switch-on ceremony, with a countdown and the turning on of our Christmas display
- Street food & drinks, festive specials, mulled wine, hot chocolate and local flavours
- Fun Fair provided by the awesome Steven Hill.
Click HERE for more details.
Highworth Christmas Light Switch-On:
Date: Saturday 28th November
Time: 10am to 5:30pm
Our much-loved festive celebration is back on the High Street!
Enjoy over 60 independent stalls, live music throughout the day, and magical photo opportunities including an inclusive sleigh and a giant snow globe.
Sip seasonal drinks from our bar outlets, take part in the Christmas competition, and try your luck in the Mayor’s raffle—plus so much more!
The day wraps up with a special visit from Father Christmas and the grand Christmas lights switch-on.
Save the date and come along to join us for some festive cheer!!
Badbury Park Christmas Tree Light Switch-On:
Date: Thursday 19th November
Time: 5pm to 7pm
Join our annual Christmas Tree Light Switch On event at Badbury Park Community Hub, with performances from Emma Doupe, Badbury Park Primary School and Just Sing Choir. Gyros, baked potatoes, hot dogs, doughnuts, drinks and more will be available to purchase throughout the evening.
The switch on will be at 18:15pm and completely free to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
The switch on will be at 18:15pm and completely free to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
At South Swindon Parish Council, we are dedicated to making the Switch Ons a fun and inclusive environment for everyone, so if you have any concerns about accessibility or other accommodations please feel free to contact us at eventsofficer@southswindon-pc.gov.uk
We hope to see you join your local community for an evening of family fun, excitement and a little bit of Christmas Magic
Wrap up warm, bring your Christmas spirit, and help us celebrate the start of the festive season!
Broadgreen Christmas Tree Light Switch-On:
Date: Tuesday 17th November
Time: 5pm to 7pm
South Swindon Parish Council welcome you to the Broadgreen light switch-on.
Join our annual Christmas Tree Light Switch On event at Broadgreen Community centre, with performances from the Sizzling Stars of Swindon dance group, Dance with Darilyn and Rhythmix Goa. We will be offering free hot drinks and samosas (while stock lasts), paired with crafting activities and visits from Santa.
The switch on will be at 18:15pm and completely free to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
Location: Broadgreen Basketball Court.
Keep up with more information on the South Swindon Parish Council on their Facebook page, click HERE.
Cavendish Square Christmas Tree Light Switch-On:
Date: Wednesday 18th November
Time: 5pm to 7pm
South Swindon Parish Council welcome you to the Cavendish Square light switch-on.
Join our annual Christmas Tree Light Switch On event at Cavendish Square, with performances from Emma Doupe, South Swindon’s Youth Clubs and Rhythmix Goa. Gyros, BBQ, hot drinks and fresh doughnuts will be available to purchase throughout the evening.
The switch on will be at 18:15pm and completely free to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
Don’t forget your singing voice — let’s celebrate the start of the festive season together!
Keep up with more information on the South Swindon Parish Council on their Facebook page, click HERE.
Wroughton Christmas Light Switch-On
Date: Saturday 2nd December
Time: From 4pm
Start the day with a look round the Christmas Market from 4pm, before music from Wroughton Silver Band and Carols in Willow-Brook Gardens.
Finishing with light switch on at 5pm
Royal Wootton Bassett Christmas Festival
Date: Friday 27th November
Time: 6pm
But behind closed doors, there’s a suspicious amount of talk about fairy lights, festive markets and Christmas trees…
Delicious food stalls, Santas Grotto, live music, fun fair, lots of fun for all the family and of course Christmas Light Switch-On!
Marlborough Christmas Light Switch-On:
Date: Friday 27th November
Time: From 12noon
Get ready for the official count down to Christmas, starting on Friday 27th of November. Save the date now, for an illuminated night of wonder and Christmas spirit!
The Christmas Market will be open from 12pm with live music on town hall steps. Be sure to look out for the street entertainment and Chloe’s Mobile Festive Farm, and if that’s not enough, stop by St Peter’s Marlborough to see Santa’s Grotto and more!
The Light Switch On Will Take Place At 6:30pm
Calne Christmas Festival of Lights:
Date: Saturday 28th November
Time: 2pm to 6pm
The Annual Festival of Lights and Christmas Lights Switch in Calne.
We’re inviting everyone to come together and celebrate with a series of special events that reflect the spirit of Calne at Christmas including….
Calne Christmas Festival of Lights
Join us on Saturday 28th November in Calne town centre (SN11 0EN) from 2pm–6pm for a festive afternoon full of Christmas cheer!
Enjoy a wonderful range of festive activities, including:
- Christmas stalls
- Delicious food & drink
- The annual lantern parade
- Santa’s Grotto
- Live entertainment
- The spectacular Christmas light switch-on
The Makers’ Market will also be taking place on Saturday 28th November, perfect for finding unique gifts and supporting local makers.
Bring your family and friends, soak up the festive atmosphere and kick-start the Christmas season with us in Calne.
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable together!
Corsham Christmas Lights Switch On:
Date: Friday 5th December
Time: From 3pm
Join us at our annual Christmas lights switch-on to kick off the festive season on Friday 5th December.
Join us on Friday 5th December from 3pm for a Christmas market from local businesses, fairground rides, Father Christmas’s grotto and live music from The Clones, The Shingalings, Rock Choir and Corsham Windband.
The perfect event to get you in the mood for Christmas, enjoy some community spirit and get started on your present shopping!
We hope you will come along and enjoy some Corsham Christmas cheer.
The Town Hall, High Street, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0EZ
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