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Get ready to celebrate the start of the Christmas season in Plymouth at the Plymouth city centre Christmas lights switch on on Thursday 13 November! Head to the city centre and marvel at the illuminations set to be switched on by special guests on the main stage on The Piazza.
Ahead of the event, check out all you need to know about this year's excitement!
When is it and where?
The Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights Switch On is set to take place on Thursday 13 November on The Piazza.
There will be entertainment on the Piazza from 4pm until 7.45pm. Head there to watch the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights be turned on at approximately 6.25pm.
Who is turning on the Christmas Lights?
Adding an extra touch of festive magic this year, we’re thrilled to welcome the cast of Scrooge! The Musical from the Plymouth Theatre Company.
They’ll join The Lord Mayor of Plymouth Kathy Watkin, Mrs Doubtfire from Theatre Royal Plymouth, along with Santa and some very special guests, to lead the countdown that will light up the city centre with colour, sparkle, and Christmas cheer.
Is there any other entertainment before the switch on?
Yes! Head to the Piazza from 4pm for a packed programme of entertainment including singers, street dance acts, performing arts groups and more before the main event! Check out the full entertainment programme for the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights Switch On.
Is there a charge to attend?
No, this event is free of charge.
Is there an accessible viewing area?
Yes there will be an accessible viewing platform on the Piazza, by House of Fraser.
Find out more accessibility information for the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights Swtich On
How do I get to there?
Visit how to get to the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights where you can find information on travel information. There are two travel offers including free bus travel and £1 parking offers in Plymouth for Christmas. Find out more about festive travel offers in Plymouth.
Is there any entertainment after the switch on?
Yes, there is music on the main stgae form popular band, The Sound, who will be performing form 6.40pm until 7.45pm. Elsewhere in Plymouth City Centre you can find St Andrews Choir performing at Old Town Square until 6.45pm
What’s happening in Drake Circus?
Drake Circus will have their Christmas lights switch-on at 5pm, on the same day (Thursday 13 November). Head to the shopping centre and watch as the mall glistens with festive glow. They are bringing snow flurries to Old Town Street from 4pm and then every day through to Christmas Eve; ‘Parcel Rascals’ and ‘Elf & Safety’ acts from 3pm on Thursday 13 November.
Check out the Drake Circus Christmas Lights event to discover more about what you can expect to see on the day.
When do the shops close?
Many of the shops are open until 9pm, as this is also the start of late-night shopping in the city centre, which will continue every Thursday through to 18 December.
This festive fun is brought to you by Plymouth City Centre Company and sponsored by Morgan Sindall Construction.
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In partnership with GWR, Destination Plymouth’s lead travel partner
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