Newbury’s Christmas Lights Switch On set to light up the town on Saturday 14th November

Newbury town centre is getting ready to welcome the festive season with a full day of free, family-friendly entertainment at the annual Christmas Lights Switch On this Saturday, 14th November.

A highlight of Newbury’s annual events calendar, the day will bring live music, festive activities, Christmas shopping and plenty of Christmas cheer from 9am, building up to the big Christmas Lights Switch On countdown in Market Place at 6:30pm.

Throughout the day, local musicians, choirs and community groups will be performing at locations across the town centre, with a mix of Christmas carols, popular covers and live entertainment for visitors to enjoy as they explore Newbury.

Santa’s Grotto will also have a brand-new home at the Waterside Centre, delivered in partnership with Berkshire Youth and Newbury Lions, running alongside a Christmas Fayre, family entertainment and live music in the courtyard.

Younger visitors can enjoy the Festive Funfair on Bartholomew Street, meet friendly animals at the Nativity Petting Farm in Inch’s Yard, and take a photo with Pip the Polar Bear and other festive characters at Parkway Shopping.

Visitors can get started on their Christmas shopping at the Christmas Gift Fair in the Corn Exchange Balcony Bar, or browse the Saturday Charter Market, which will move from Market Place to Northbrook Street for the day and be joined by seasonal traders.

The town centre’s shops, cafés, bars and restaurants will also be open as usual, with plenty of opportunities to shop, eat or drink while you enjoy the day’s entertainment.

At 6:30pm, crowds will gather in Market Place for the Christmas Lights Switch On, as Newbury lights up for the festive season.

The celebrations will continue on Sunday 15th November, with Northbrook Street hosting the final Antiques & Vintage Street Market of the year, while the Vegan Eco Living Market returns to Market Place.

Newbury’s Christmas Lights Switch On is organised by Newbury Business Improvement District (BID), with support from local businesses, sponsors and community partners. Special thanks go to Good Vibes Music Academy for organising the event’s musical line-up.

You can learn more about everything taking place during the Christmas Lights Switch On event, including full schedule, musical lineups and event map, by visiting our event page: Newbury Christmas Lights Switch On

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