Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby opening

Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby opening

Sat 29 Nov

Derby City Centre

Prices: Free

BSL Signed Performance
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About the Event

Come into the city as we celebrate the start of Festive Derby

Join us in Derby City Centre, as we switch on Derby’s Christmas Lights and get Festive Derby open! Don't miss out on the opening of The Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink and Nordic Bar on Derby Market Place.

Before the switch on takes place you can be one of the first to take to the Cathedral Quarter ice rink, with skating available from 9.30am. Enjoy a programme of free live entertainment in the Cathedral Quarter, followed by a stage show full of local and community acts and presented by Smooth Radio.

You will see lantern makers from across the city come together as apart of the Lantern Parade which includes local primary schools and members from various community groups who will proudly parade with the sustainable lanterns that they have made. 

Programme:

Coming soon, stay tuned!

Smooth Radio to be presenting the stage show throughout the day.

Dates & Times

Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby opening

Sat 29 Nov 2025, 4pm - 6:30pm

BSL signed performance

Prices & Offers

Free