Illustration of a crowd in scarves watching a tall lit Christmas tree in a snowy town square (Light up Loughborough Christmas Lights Switch-On)

Light up Loughborough Christmas Lights Switch-On

Visitors can experience an evening of festive entertainment in Loughborough's Market Place, complete with a variety of food and drink stalls. A big screen installed in the square ensures attendees have a great view of the stage proceedings. The celebration culminates in the ceremonial illumination of the town lights by the Mayor of Charnwood and the winner of the Light Up Loughborough Competition.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Ages

5-12 for competition entry, all ages for event

Neighborhood

Town Centre

Food & Drink

Food and drink stalls are available at the event.

Going?

Location

Market Place · Loughborough Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and festive crowds

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Use the Market Place big screen to follow the stage and switch-on proceedings, especially if you cannot get a clear view from the crowd.
  • Arrive with time to choose a viewing spot in Market Place before the evening's entertainment and lights switch-on get underway.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors in Market Place, where you may be standing while watching entertainment and the lights ceremony.
  • Allow time to browse the event's food and drink stalls so you can pick something up during the festivities.
  • Since full timings and the schedule are listed as to be confirmed, look for an updated programme before deciding when to arrive.

Links & Contact

Run by Charnwood Borough Council

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What entertainment is planned?

The event features local entertainment, with the full schedule still to be confirmed.

Will there be food and drink?

Food and drink stalls will be on site.

How can people see the stage proceedings?

A big screen in the Market Place gives attendees a view of the proceedings.

What happens at the culmination of the event?

The town lights are switched on by the Mayor of Charnwood and the winner of the Light Up Loughborough Competition.

Is there a confirmed programme of performances?

The full timings and schedule are still to be confirmed.

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