Preston Christmas Lights 2026

Preston's festive celebration brings live music, entertainment, food, and drink to the Flag Market for the official lighting ceremony. Headliners East 17 perform alongside 90s live dance band Amnesia, pop group Just The Brave, and singer Peter Gildernew. The evening...

Visitors can experience miles of traditional festoons, larger-than-life tableaux, interactive features, laser technology, and projection shows along the seafront promenade. The display bathes the coastline with more than a million bulbs stretching from Starr Gate to Red Bank Road. Guests...

Crowds gather in Market Square to mark the start of the holiday season with the town's annual lights switch-on. Visitors can enjoy live music, dance performances, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the square. Festive market stalls also offer food and drink...

Blackpool’s Tower Festival Headland transforms into an outdoor festive village opposite The Blackpool Tower. Visitors can glide across an outdoor skating rink, experience magical snowfalls, and admire larger-than-life light installations. The village also offers festive-themed rides and log cabins where...

The Cathedral transforms into a festive wonderland filled with real trees hand-decorated by local schools, businesses, and community groups. Visitors can explore displays of various tree sizes and vote for their favourite decorated tree. Guests can also visit the Community...

Visitors can wander through illuminated artworks and light installations spread across Mesnes Park and multiple Wigan town centre venues. The festival showcases diverse art including Luke Jerram's Gaia, neon trails, laser harps, dancing fountains, and storytelling. Food and drink are...

Families step into an unfolding theatrical storybook journey through interactive indoor sets, including North Pole Command, the Mail Room, and the Toy Workshop. Guests ride the Tinsel Town Express and soar in the Magic Elevators to meet Santa at his...

Passengers take a return journey on a heritage steam train to see Father Christmas, his elves, and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. Children receive a gift from Santa along with a Christmas goody bag, while adults enjoy complimentary mince pies and...

Embark on a magical journey with the Ribble Steam Railway's Santa Specials. Families can create cherished memories aboard a warm, steam-heated carriage, enjoying festive fun and excitement. Father Christmas himself will visit each child on the train to present a...

Experience the magic of Light Up Lancaster, a spectacular trail of light art that transforms the city into a dazzling spectacle. Discover captivating installations, projections, and performances that illuminate heritage buildings and open spaces. This family-friendly event offers a unique...

Thousands of glowing white roses, each with a dedication, form the Garden of Hope light installation in Manchester this Christmas. The display serves as a sanctuary to celebrate loved ones and support cancer care.