Burnley Believes… In the Christmas Light Switch On!
Christmas is coming to town as Burnley prepares to light up the season with its most magical event of the year.
The much-anticipated Burnley Believes Christmas Light Switch On is set to make a marvellous return on Saturday 16th November, filled with dazzling activities, delightful entertainment, and a sprinkle of magic sure to get everyone in the spirit of Christmas.
Launching from 12pm, the streets will be buzzing with holiday cheer as families enjoy a host of Christmas activities, including Christmas-themed Crazy Golf, festive face painting, letter writing, performances with Punch & Judy, balloon modelling, comedy magic and a Fun Fair.
Little ones can meet their favourite characters as Lilo and Stitch mascots make an exciting appearance, as well as Santa Claus for a meet and greet from 3.15pm – 3.45pm at Pioneer Place, while families can explore an enchanting prize-filled Festive Trail across the town.
Over on the live stage from 12pm – 5.30pm, an array of performers will entertain the crowds, hosted by Gavin Young and including performances and acts include Andrew Gilmour (aka ‘Giz’) who is a guitarist, singer and songwriter opening the live stage, social media’s Ice-Cream Twins, Channy, local vocalists Jess McGlinchey, and dance acts from Next Level Dance, Ashworth’s Dance Academy and DLN Dance, Scoop!, Burnley College Performing Arts, an Interactive Elf Show and a princess takeover show. As the excitement builds, the Burnley Panto Society will also delight audiences with a sneak peek of their upcoming production of Peter Pan, bringing some extra sparkle to the celebrations.
Join us for the magical lantern parade as it sets off from Pioneer Place from 4.15pm and winds its way through the town centre, accompanied by none other than Santa Claus himself. The festive parade will lead to the grand finale, where the Christmas Light Switch-On will take place at 5.30pm, complete with a countdown and snow cannons firing a flurry of magic on Burnley’s St James’s street.