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Watch the Barbican come alive with festive sparkle this Saturday, 14 November, at the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch-On.
Soak up the seasonal magic along the historic waterfront, with family-friendly fun and entertainment from 12pm right through to the big switch-on at around 5pm. Take a look at our top recommendations of what to see and do across the day.
Main stage entertainment
Get in the festive spirit and check out the brilliant programme of live music throughout the day at the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch On. There's plenty of exciting entertainment to watch including street dance performances, live music and more from 12pm on the day.
Check out the full entertainment programme for the day.
Christmas activities across the Barbican
There are festive activities taking place across the Barbican at this year's switch on event. Over at West Pier you'll find even more live music throughout the afternoon with a number of performances taking place across the afternoon.
Elsewhere on West Pier you'll also find the Plymouth Argyle Santa's Grotto bus, in partnership with Stagecoach. You'll have the opportunity to meet Sanata and take on a load of Argyle-themed activities throughout the day as well as having the opportunity to meet the infamous Pilgrim Pete.
Further along the waterfront you'll find the ever-popular Gables Dog Show at Commercial Wharf from 2pm – 3.30pm. You'll find the bouncy snow globe next to the Harvour Seafood Restaurant, meanwhile across the afternoon there are free hourly Christmas storytelling sessions at the Maritime Inn.
Find out more about what's on at The Barbican Christmas Lights Switch On.
Watch Santa arrive by boat
Santa’s swapping his sleigh for an RNLI boat! Watch him make a spectacular entrance across the water before switching on the Christmas lights. Head to the Barbican Landing Stage at around 4.30pm to catch his arrival and give him a festive wave!
Don't miss the Big Switch On Moment
Head to Southside Street for the big switch on at 5.15pm. Santa, the Lord Mayor and special guests will be switching on the Christmas lights with this year’s chosen Community Hero as the streets sparkle with festive charm.
Look out for the grinch
There’s a little mischief heading to the Barbican! Keep your eyes peeled for the Grinch as he roams the streets, stirring up trouble at the Christmas Lights Switch-On. Catch him in a rare festive mood and he might just pose for a cheeky snap — if you dare to ask!
Traders
Watch the Barbican sparkle at the Christmas Lights Switch-On and discover the festive delights our wonderful traders have in store! Explore unique gifts, handmade decorations and delicious artisan treats as you soak up the Christmas magic. Take a look at the traders at this year's Barbican Christmas Lights Switch On
Take on the festive trail
The Christmas Trail is back on the Barbican just in time for the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch On. Follow the Great Gingerbread Escape Trail and locate the gingerbread mean hiding in shops all around the Barbican, giggling, causing mischief, and trying not to be found. The trail is free to take part in. Return your completed trail sheet to the Tourist Information to win a prize!
Marvel at the magical lights
Once the big switch on has taken place, why not explore the magical lights around The Barbican! Southside Street and the surrounding areas will be covered with thousands of pretty lights to admire, plus there will be live music from Battle of the Bands winners Hot Mess Theory to listen along to!
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In partnership with GWR, Destination Plymouth’s lead travel partner
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