# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 30 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Ongar Christmas Lights Switch-On 2025 – A Magical Event for All!
Mark your calendars for the most wonderful evening of the year! Anything Ongar is thrilled to invite the entire community to our spectacular Christmas Lights Switch-On event, where festive magic comes alive in the heart of Ongar. This years parade will sure to blow you away especially if you are fans of movies and cars!

This year's celebration promises to be bigger and brighter than ever, with entertainment running from 2pm to 8pm that will delight visitors of all ages. We're bringing together the very best of local talent, featuring performances from Ongar schools, talented dancers, and singers who will fill the air with seasonal joy and Christmas cheer.

The highlight of the evening? Our Christmas lights will be turned on by a special Ongar resident. It's a moment you won't want to miss as the town transforms into a winter wonderland!

What's Happening:
Immerse yourself in our festive Christmas Market, with stalls both indoors and outside offering unique gifts, delicious treats, and seasonal treasures. Watch in wonder as Traditional Circus Acts & Magic Show captivate audiences with spectacular performances that will leave you spellbound.

The little ones will be overjoyed to visit Santa's Grotto, with real raindeers, where they can share their Christmas wishes with the man himself. Join voices with neighbours and friends during Community Carol Singing – a heartwarming tradition that brings us all together.

And that's not all! Prepare to be amazed by our very special parade that will travel through the high street, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Supporting St Clare Hospice
Throughout the evening, we're proud to support St Clare Hospice, a vital local charity doing incredible work in our community. Their team will be out and about collecting donations, or you can pop into their shop on the High Street to show your support. It's the perfect opportunity to give back while celebrating the season of goodwill.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/anything-ongar-christmas-fundraising

A True Community Effort
This magical evening is made possible entirely through the dedication of Catherine Honeywell, Kelly Stone, Anything Ongar, our incredible volunteers, and the generous donations from local residents and businesses. We are profoundly grateful for every contribution, big or small. Without your support, this cherished community event simply wouldn't happen. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making Ongar shine bright this Christmas.

So wrap up warm, bring your community spirit, and join us for an unforgettable evening of festive celebration. Let's come together to light up Ongar and create magical memories that will warm our hearts throughout the winter season.

Volunteers Needed
Can you help Saturday 15th November from 10am, meeting at the Kings Head, Ongar to help put up the High Street lights? Or can you help on the day of event to help set up and oversee the events success? Get in touch call Kelly 07956 694082 or email info@anythingongar.co.uk

See you there!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/epping/ongar-christmas-festival-and-lights/200028910253037
- **Event Categories**: christmas, christmas-lights, nonprofit, festivals, entertainment, charities, parades, meetups, music, magic-show, calendar, christmas-markets-and-fairs
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 673

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Epping
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: High Street, CM5 9AL
- **lat**: 51.706
- **long**: 0.24528
- **full address**: High Street, CM5 9AL, Epping, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights being held?
  - **A:** Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights takes place on Sun, 30 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 30 Nov, 2025 at 02:00 pm at High Street, CM5 9AL, Epping, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights?
  - **A:** Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights is organized by Ongar Christmas Lights.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ongar Christmas Festival & Lights is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Epping, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 670+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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