Date: Sunday 16th November 2025

Location: Darlington Market Square

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Darlington Christmas Lights Switch On

Come down to Darlington 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.

Times

16:00 to 17:30

Prices

Free

Location

Darlington Market Square, Darlington DL1 5QA, UK

Area

Darlington

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