Festive Lights Switch On 2025

When

20 November 2025

Where

Various Locations

Book

Free

Norwich city centre will come alive with festive cheer on Thursday 20 November as the annual Festive Lights Switch-On returns.

This year’s switch-on moment will be led by Joe Tracini, star of the Norwich Theatre Royal pantomime, Cinderella, joined by fellow cast members in a joyful celebration of local talent and community spirit.

Taking place at City Hall, Hay Hill and Norwich Market, with lights across the city centre, the event is expected to draw thousands of visitors, supporting city centre businesses and kicking off the festive season in true Norwich style.

  • Entertainment from 5.15pm, Switch-on at 7pm
  • Performances from Triple Threat Theatre, Darby, Norfolk African Choir, and ARTS East
  • Interactive fun including a snowball fight, Father Christmas on stage, and a visit from the Norwich Grinch.
  • Late night opening, food and drink at Norwich Market, with entertainment from Hellesdon Brass Band
  • An illuminated DJ set from Damien Sure Delight at The Canopy of Light on Hay Hill
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