Eastwood Christmas Lights Switch On 2026

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Saturday 28 November 2026 | 3.30pm - 7.30pm
Eastwood Square & Victoria Street
FREE

Eastwood’s much-loved Christmas Lights Switch-On Ceremony returns to Eastwood Square, bringing a wonderful afternoon and evening of festive entertainment, family-friendly activities and seasonal celebrations to the town. Festivities will take place across Eastwood Square, Nottingham Road and The Dora Phillips Hall, with plenty of opportunities for visitors of all ages to get into the Christmas spirit.

The celebrations begin at 3:30pm with a brand-new indoor Christmas market at The Dora Phillips Hall, featuring a selection of festive treats, gifts and community stalls. Visitors can also enjoy festive face painting, adding an extra touch of Christmas sparkle. Children's fairground rides and activities will be available from 4:30pm across the Iceland and Alexandra Street car park. Returning for 2026, the spectacular Spark! Drummers will illuminate Nottingham Road throughout the evening, bringing their unique performance to the festivities.

From 3:30pm to 6:30pm, children will have the opportunity to meet Santa in his magical grotto at the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum Courtyard. Dedicated sensory-friendly sessions will also be available between 3:30pm and 4:30pm, offering a quieter and more relaxed experience for children who may benefit from a sensory-friendly environment. These sessions are limited and require advance booking.

The main entertainment programme gets underway at 4:30pm, with live performances and street activities taking place across Eastwood Square and Nottingham Road. Musical entertainment will begin with performances from Springbank Academy, followed by the four-piece band Paul, Simon and Friends and traditional Christmas carols from Eastwood & District Churches Together. Visitors can then dance into the evening with a lively performance of classic rock and blues from local favourites, The Beggars Belief!

There will be even more opportunities to enjoy traditional festive entertainment, with carol singing taking place outside The Dora Phillips Hall. Visitors can also explore the festive Nativity Trail, which will lead through participating local shops, bringing a little extra Christmas magic to the town centre.

The highlight of the evening, the official Christmas Lights Switch-On Ceremony, will take place at 5:30pm in Eastwood Square, led by the Mayor of Broxtowe and the Eastwood Town Mayor. The celebrations will continue with a spectacular fireworks finale at 6:30pm, with Nottingham Road near Eastwood Library offering the best viewing location. Live stage performances will then continue until 7:00pm, bringing the evening's entertainment to a festive close.

Organised by Broxtowe Borough Council in association with Eastwood Town Council, the event promises a fantastic celebration of Christmas, bringing the local community together for an evening of entertainment, festive activities and seasonal cheer.

Further event information, including details of road closures and car park arrangements, is available through Broxtowe Borough Council's official channels.