# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the start of the festive season at Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch-On 2026! Join us for an afternoon and evening filled with Christmas cheer, family entertainment and festive fun, all leading up to the magical moment when the town's Christmas lights are illuminated.

📍 Market Street, Oxford Street and Theatre Square, Oakengates

What's On?
🎅 Meet Santa and take a festive photo.
🎶 Enjoy live performances from local choirs and singers.
🎡 Funfair rides and inflatables for children.
🛍️ Festive stalls, entertainment and more to be announced.

✨ The highlight of the day will be the countdown to 6.00pm, when Oakengates is transformed with the glow of its Christmas lights.

Be sure to mark yourself as attending and keep an eye on this event page, where we'll be sharing exciting updates, entertainment announcements and information about what's in store.

Gather your family and friends and join us for a wonderful festive celebration as we welcome the Christmas season together.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🎄

📸 Photography Notice:
Photographs and video footage will be taken throughout the event by Oakengates Town Council staff and may be used in newsletters, social media, the Town Council website and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please speak to a member of staff on the day.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/telford/oakengates-christmas-lights-switch-on/200030773632845
- **Event Categories**: christmas, christmas-lights, music, art, theatre, entertainment, breakfast-with-santa, pictures-with-santa, funfairs
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 110

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Telford
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Market Street, Oxford Street and Theatre Square, Oakengates
- **lat**: 52.695972527357
- **long**: -2.4558550843248
- **full address**: Market Street, Oxford Street and Theatre Square, Oakengates, Telford, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On being held?
  - **A:** Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On takes place on Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Market Street, Oxford Street and Theatre Square, Oakengates, Telford, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On?
  - **A:** Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On is organized by Oakengates Town Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Oakengates Christmas Lights Switch On 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 Telford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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