Now that we are into November, lots of Suffolk towns will be switching on their Christmas Lights during this month and the early part of December, some are accompanied by entertainment, others Christmas Markets, so if you are looking for somewhere to take the family to get in the festive mood, check out Christmas Lights Suffolk.
Christmas Lights Suffolk Switch Ons 2024
Bury St Edmunds Lights Switch On
Date : Thursday 14th November 2024
Get ready for the Bury St Edmunds Christmas Lights Events on Thursday 14th of November, 3-8pm.
The magical transformation will begin when the sun sets, and there will be a variety of charity, gift and festive food stalls along Cornhill and the Buttermarket, adding to the festive magic. Additionally, there will be a live stage, with performances from local schools and performers to complete this joyous atmosphere.
For further information CLICK HERE
Ipswich Lights Switch On
Date : Sunday 17th November 2024
Get in the Christmas spirit with this year’s Christmas light switch on in Ipswich town centre!
Suffolk Sound will lead the festivities as Official Media Partners for the event, with a special performance by cast members from this year’s Ipswich Regent Theatre pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk.
The Christmas lights will be switched on at 6.45pm by Ipswich Mayor, Councillor Elango Elavalakan.
For further information CLICK HERE
Newmarket Lights Switch On
Date : Friday 22nd November 2024
Join Newmarket for this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On!
The high street will transform into a fun fare of magic, with rides suitable for all ages, meet and greet with some of your favourite superheroes, and performances from a wide range of local talents.
This year they welcome Newmarket’s Got Talent winner, Sarah Kiernan, and a very special guest to turn on the lights at 7pm to mark the start of the festive season!
For further information CLICK HERE
Halesworth Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 23rd November 2024
Food, drink, mulled wine, mince pies, stalls, live music, carol singing, a grotto in the church and Father Christmas and his reindeers.
Bring the family and soak up the festive atmosphere of this magical event as the Christmas Lights come on and sparkle in the Thoroughfare and the Market Place.
For further information CLICK HERE
Bungay Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 23rd November 2024
Bungay Town Council, who organise the event, believe that moving to a Saturday will enable more families to come and enjoy all of that the Switch-On has to offer to start their Christmas in the traditional way.
Go along and experience the magical old-fashioned fun of the Christmas Lights for yourself!
For further information CLICK HERE
Framlingham Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 23rd November 2024
Father Christmas has confirmed that he will devote a whole afternoon of his busy schedule entirely to Framlingham and rumour has it that he may even be found walking on the Castle Walls around 2pm- not a sight to be missed.
To celebrate this, there will be free live music on the Market Hill and free admission to Framlingham Castle and the Lanman Museum for residents of the town (with ID proof of address) and a Charity Raffle in aid of the Framlingham Guides & Scout Group with generous prize donations from businesses across the town.
All this will take place from 2:30pm until 5:30pm on Saturday 23rd November. The afternoon will culminate with the switching on of the Christmas lights in Market Hill.
For further information CLICK HERE
Aldeburgh Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 23rd November 2024
Get into the festive spirit at Aldeburgh’s Christmas Lights Switch On event on Saturday 23rd November.
Including a Christmas Craft Fair inside the Jubilee Hall from 10am – 2pm, and later in the afternoon there will be live harp playing and refreshments on Moot Green before the Christmas Lights are switched on by the Mayor of Aldeburgh.
For further information CLICK HERE
Stowmarket Lights Switch On
Date : Sunday 24th November 2024
The day promises a festive experience filled with Christmas cheer and excitement.
Set in the heart of Stowmarket, the fayre will feature a wide array of stalls offering unique gifts, perfect for Christmas shopping. From handcrafted items to seasonal decorations, there’s something for everyone.
Visitors can indulge in a variety of street food and drink, with vendors serving up festive treats, mulled wine, and hot chocolate.
For the younger guests, there will be plenty of fun activities, including fun rides, a special ice skating rink and street performers.
For further information CLICK HERE
Rendlesham Lights Switch On
Date : Sunday 24th November 2024
Rendlesham Parish Council are delighted to announce we will be hosting another ‘Light up Rendlesham’ event in our wonderful village square on Sunday 24th November.
For further information CLICK HERE
Woodbridge Lights Switch On
Date : Thursday 28th November 2024
Three days of festive family fun including late night shopping, a visit from Santa, light projections, arts and crafts and much more.
They can’t wait to see you there!
For further information CLICK HERE
Sudbury Lights Switch On
Date : Friday 29th November 2024
From our joyous Christmas Light Switch on event and display, our town centre Christmas Window display trail, Dickensian Christmas tour, the return of the Christmas Tree Festival in Sudbury Arts Centre, late opening events and more…
Taking place in the centre of Sudbury on Friday 29th November, we’ll have a host of stalls from handmade gifts, hot food and drinks and entertainment galore!
From street entertainment, fun fair rides, games and more. Entry is free, all welcome.
For further information CLICK HERE
Kesgrave Lights Switch On
Date : Friday 29th November 2024
Kesgrave Singers start the evening at 6pm, followed by the Christmas Light Swich On at 6.30pm.
Refreshments available- Santas Grotto 4pm – 7.30pm and the Scouts Fayre 4pm – 8pm
For further information CLICK HERE
Beccles Lights Switch On
Date : Friday 29th November
The Beccles Christmas Lights Switch On Friday 29th November 2024 from 5pm – 8:30pm
Christmas lights on at 6pm
A fantastic annual event, with food & gifting stalls, live performances, kids rides and more!
East Suffolk lines are supporting this event, those travelling by train will receive a goody bag for the children.
For further information CLICK HERE
Felixstowe Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 30th November 2024
Felixstowe Lions Club Christmas light up which starts 12 noon till 6pm – Lights light up at 5pm.
The Xmas lights started in 1979 and since then the Lions have put the lights up in town, every year the current President takes a trip to Swans Nursery to pick a tree for the triangle.
They have a lovely surprise this year as the Lions have been working with Felixstowe Town Council (who help fund the lights each year) and BID, for a new light display.
Every year they try and bring something different. Last year they were delighted with the new star, which was made by local company Kirton Forge.
Also at the event will be The Lions Famous BBQ, stalls and music. Don’t forget Santa’s Grotto. Looking forward to see you there!
For further information CLICK HERE
Lowestoft Christmas Light Switch On
Date : Saturday 30th November 2024
Lowestoft’s annual Christmas Light Switch On
Music, entertainment, Father Christmas, a few surprises and much more will lead us up to the big count down when the town’s festive lights will be lit up for the first time.
Mark the date in your calendar now
For further information CLICK HERE
Brandon Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 30th November 2024
Christmas Fair will take place on 30th November 2024, 1.00pm – 5.30pm
With Live Entertainment, Fun Fair, Santa’s Grotto (Free), Food Stall’s, Face Painting.
A variety of Gift Stall’s, Tombola’s, Sweet Stall, Raffles, Craft stalls, Baked Goods
Mrs Claus will switch the Christmas lights on at 5.00pm
For further information CLICK HERE
Southwold Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 30th November 2024
Join the festivities in Southwold town centre as the Christmas Lights are switched on.
There will be stalls, street food and outside bars in the High Street from 2pm, together with live entertainment in the Market Place from 2.30pm.
For further information CLICK HERE
Clare Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 30th November 2024
The Christmas Fair has become a successful and much-loved local event over the last few years, growing in size and reputation and bringing in visitors from far and wide.
There will be various entertainments on both days, including Father Christmas and Face Painting on Saturday, and from 4pm.
There will be dancing by the Beau Dance team, live music from Serena Grant, a stunt bike display, a roundabout, Hells Bells Morris and the Children’s Parade, culminating in the Christmas Lights Switch-On on Market Hill at 6pm.
For further information CLICK HERE
Hadleigh Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 7th December 2024
Christmas Market, Craft Fair and Lighting Up Ceremony
For further information CLICK HERE
Saxmundham Lights Switch On
Date : Saturday 7th December 2024
Saxmundham’s spectacular Christmas Fayre is a place for families to come together and enjoy festive shopping, entertainment and food.
For further information CLICK HERE
Leiston Lights Switch On
Date : Sunday 8th December 2024
Join them at Leiston Celebrates Christmas on Sunday 8th December 3pm – 7pm.
Adults can enjoy Craft stalls & Live Music. Hot Food, Hot Drinks, Homemade Cakes & More.
Children can enjoy face painting, an inflatable snow globe, stocks fayre & more.
Plus a chance to visit the big man himself at the library with the santas grotto
For further information CLICK HERE
Plenty of Christmas Light Switch Ons to choose from, but if you are looking for more in a nearby county check out Essex Lights Switch Ons and Norfolk Lights Switch Ons