Christmas Carols and Torchlight Procession
Visitors gather to sing carols with local school choirs accompanied by the Dunstable Salvation Army band, alongside appearances by Father Christmas and the Grove Theatre pantomime cast. The evening highlights include the official switch-on of Dunstable's Christmas tree and a light show. Guests can also browse a selection of food and drink stalls lining Middle Row.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
7.00pm to 8.30pm.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Food vendors and a licensed bar are available on Middle Row.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Head down Middle Row for the food and drink stalls, where you'll find a range of food vendors and a licensed bar.
- Stay to the end of the evening so you catch the switch-on of Dunstable's Christmas tree and the light show that follows it.
- Keep an eye on the new large screen on The Square, which gives a clearer view of the choirs, the panto cast and Father Christmas.
- Remember that Ashton Square Toilets are open during the event, which helps if you're bringing young children along for the carols.
- Dress warmly, as the carols, the tree switch-on and the light show all take place outdoors on The Square on a late November evening.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: a large screen on The Square gives a clearer view of the performances and key moments.
Links & Contact
Run by Dunstable Town Council
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who performs on the night?
Dunstable's school choirs sing carols with the Dunstable Salvation Army band. Father Christmas makes a special visit, and the Grove Theatre panto cast of Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs appears too.
What's new this year?
New for 2026, a large screen goes up on The Square. It gives everyone a clearer view of the performances and the key moments of the evening.
Is there food and drink?
Yes. Food and drink stalls line Middle Row, with a range of food vendors and a licensed bar.
Are there toilets nearby?
Yes, Ashton Square Toilets are open during the event.
How does the evening end?
Dunstable's Christmas tree is switched on, and a light show rounds off the night.
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