Festive Lights Switch On 2025
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 17:15, Switch-on at 19:00
- 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
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As part of Norwich’s festive display organised by Norwich BID each year, the Canopy of Light will return to Hay Hill. Once again, it will illuminate the heart of the city with a dazzling contemporary ceiling of 32,000 energy-efficient, twinkling LEDs. New enhancements to the installation will make it perfect for capturing festive selfies with family and friends.
Join us at Hay Hill 19:00 – 20:00 for the Canopy of Light switch on with live entertainment, sponsored by Costa Coffee. DJ Sure Delight will play music under the lights, and there will be two LED hula hoop performances from Ruby Flames Entertainment (19:10-19:25 and 19:40-19:55).
