Newport Pagnell Christmas Lights Annual Switch-On 2024
Date: Saturday, 29th November 2025

Important Information:

• Parking: High Street parking bays will be suspended starting at midnight on the 28th. Please do not park there the night before.

Road Closures:

• • The road from the roundabout at the Doctors Surgery to Ousebank Street will close at 8am and reopen at 8pm.

  • This includes the zebra crossing on St Johns Street.

  • Access to Cedars Way will be permitted.

  • Union Street will operate as a two-way street for the day, with access from the Mill Street end only. No other access will be allowed, so please follow diversions.

Stall Information:

• • Stall holders may enter starting at 8:30am (arrival times will be provided).

  • Stalls will open to the public at 10am.

Entertainment Schedule:

• • Entertainment begins at 1pm at the St Peter's & St Paul's end of town.

  • The parade will gather around the Christmas tree at 4:30pm, starting at 4:50pm and ending at the entertainment area by 5pm.

• Switch-On Time: The Christmas lights will be switched on at 5pm.

Join us for a festive day filled with fun, entertainment, and the magical moment of the Christmas lights switch-on!

Don’t Miss – Shop Local and Explore!

While you're enjoying the Newport Pagnell Christmas Lights switch-on event, don’t forget to support our local businesses! The High Street will be bustling with holiday spirit, and all the shops will be open as usual. Many of them have special promotions, events, or festive treats inside, so be sure to pop in and see what's happening.

Also, make time to explore other exciting activities and markets happening around town, including:

• Brooklands Centre

• St Peter's & St Paul's Church

• The Mead Centre

• URC

Each of these venues will be hosting their own Christmas markets and events on the day, adding even more festive cheer to your visit!