Christmas Lights Switch-On
Christmas magic is returning to Stratford-upon-Avon as the town celebrates the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On this Saturday, 15th November!
Stratford-upon-Avon will be full of festive cheer this Saturday as the town gets ready for the Christmas Lights Switch-On, organised by Stratford-upon-Avon BID. There’ll be plenty of family fun to enjoy across the town and in Bell Court, with live music, face painting, pop-up performances, and seasonal treats to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. Don’t miss the chance to meet Father and Mrs Christmas in our outdoor grotto after the lights go on, it’s a magical way to end the day!
And if you’re feeling peckish, head to Corte Campana for authentic Neapolitan pizza, Beleza Rodizio for a Brazilian feast, or grab a bite at Libertine Burger, where they’re offering 20% OFF their entire menu until the end of November.
WIN a Magical Carriage Ride with Father Christmas and a Family Meal at Miller & Carter
One lucky child will join Magic Alley’s Father Christmas and Mrs Christmas for a horse-drawn carriage ride around Stratford-upon-Avon before the Christmas Lights Switch-On. Plus, the winning family (up to 4 people) will enjoy a festive meal at Miller & Carter, featuring their famous Butchers Block 25oz sharing experience!
Entries close at 23:59 on Thursday 13th November 2025.
Bell Court Activities
11am-6pm – FREE Face Painting in Unit 8 (under the tunnel)
1pm-6pm – Live Music at the top of Wood Street
2:45pm-4pm – Cubbington Silver Band Performances
5:45pm-7pm – Father Christmas & Mrs Christmas FREE Meet & Greet in our outdoor grotto area
Town Activities
10am-7pm – Festive Markets on Bridge Street, Wood Street and Henley Street
11am-5pm – Children’s Activities with Escape Arts on Wood Street
12pm-6pm – Giant Snow Globe on Henley Street
2pm – Father Christmas and Mrs Christmas carriage ride starts off at the Leisure Centre
3pm-5pm – Roaming entertainment in the Town Centre
5:30pm – Christmas Lights Switch-On with the Mayor on Wood Street
With so much festive fun for people of all ages, this is a Christmas day out you won’t want to miss!