Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch-On and Lantern Parade
Visitors can watch a multitude of exquisite willow lanterns inspired by The Natural World parade through the park. The town and park illuminations turn on simultaneously accompanied by a festive DJ set and a snow machine. Guests can also visit food and drink traders along the Avenue of Trees and browse the indoor Christmas Market.
Fri, Nov 27, 2026 8+
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Plan Your Visit
Neighborhood
Town Centre
Food & Drink
Food and beverage traders will be in the Avenue of Trees.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book a free museum lantern workshop in advance; sessions suit adults and children aged eight and over, and finished lanterns must be taken home.
- Bring PVA glue and tape if using a take-home kit, since the free kit contains willow and tissue paper only.
- Collect kits early from the Civic Centre Information Centre on a weekday; supplies are limited, unreserved and distributed first come, first served.
- Plan to transport your lantern to the parade yourself; lanterns made at museum workshops cannot be stored there after the session.
- Wrap up warmly for the outdoor evening parade in the park, where you may be standing or walking for a while.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free lantern-making workshops for adults and children aged eight and above were scheduled for October 23 and 28.
- Free lantern kits are offered while supplies last, on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Free willow and tissue paper are offered to local schools and organisations that work with children.
- The winner of the Mayor’s Christmas Card competition switches on the lights.
- A Christmassy DJ set and snow machine are featured this year.
Links & Contact
Run by Trowbridge Town Council
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the lantern parade suitable for?
The lights switch-on is described as an event for the whole family.
What will the lantern parade feature?
Willow lanterns inspired by The Natural World will be paraded through the park.
Where can I find food and drink traders and the Christmas Market?
Food and drink traders will be in the Avenue of Trees, and the Christmas Market will be in the Civic.
Can I make my own lantern to join the parade?
Free lantern workshops were scheduled at Trowbridge Museum on October 23 and 28, and are suitable for adults and children aged eight and above. Free lantern kits are also available to make one at home.
What should I know before collecting a lantern kit?
Kits are limited and offered first-come, first-served, with no bookings or reservations. They include willow and tissue paper, but not PVA glue or tape.
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