Christmas Lights Switch On
16 November 2025
All day
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Market Square
Free
Darlington Borough Council
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Come down to the Market Square to join in the free fun with live music and special guests from Darlington Hippodrome pantomime, Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
The festive entertainment starts at 4pm, presented by radio DJs Steve and Karen. Singers and a host of fairytale characters will also be on stage before Santa, supported by Darlington Round Table, counts us down to the big switch on.
The switch on will take place just before 5.30pm followed by a short, celebratory firework display.
Accessible Viewing
There will be an accessible viewing area for wheelchair users – to apply for a space please complete this application link: Apply for an accessible space
The light switch is being supported this year by principal sponsor Costa Coffee in Darlington and associate sponsor Taylor Wimpey
Streetfood Applications please complete this link - Apply for a streetfood pitch
**Please note spaces at this event are very limited.