Christmas in Luton

Our free annual Christmas lights switch-on event, sponsored by Luton Rising, Luton Lights Up for Christmas is taking place on Saturday 21 November 2026, with a day of live music and entertainment across the town centre.

21st November @ 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Celebrate Christmas with your community!

Join us as we light up the Christmas trees and enjoy festive performances from local school choirs, warm drinks, mince pies, and seasonal cheer for the whole family

24th November @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Celebrate Christmas with your community!

Join us as we light up the Christmas trees and enjoy festive performances from local school choirs, warm drinks, mince pies, and seasonal cheer for the whole family

26th November @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Celebrate Christmas with your community!

Join us as we light up the Christmas trees and enjoy festive performances from local school choirs, warm drinks, mince pies, and seasonal cheer for the whole family

27th November @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Head to Market Hill for a magical experience meeting Father Christmas and his elves inside his cosy grotto.

19th November @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Head to Market Hill for a magical experience meeting Father Christmas and his elves inside his cosy grotto.

20th November @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Head to Market Hill for a magical experience meeting Father Christmas and his elves inside his cosy grotto.

21st November @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Take a seat, soak up the festive atmosphere and enjoy some Christmas classics at Santa’s Grotto at Market Hill

21st November @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Head to Market Hill for a magical experience meeting Father Christmas and his elves inside his cosy grotto.

22nd November @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Take a seat, soak up the festive atmosphere and enjoy some Christmas classics at Santa’s Grotto at Market Hill

22nd November @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Get into the festive spirit & enjoy an exclusive Christmas-themed evening. Everyone is welcome, including colleagues, family, friends and the local community.

25th November @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Get into the festive spirit & enjoy an exclusive Christmas-themed evening. Everyone is welcome, including colleagues, family, friends and the local community.

2nd December @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Step beyond the gates this Christmas at Luton Hoo Estate, near Luton and Harpenden.

4th December, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 3rd January, 2027 @ 8:00 pm

Step out of the December rush and into a magical setting. Explore Santa's grotto, watch your little ones' faces light up, and enjoy precious time together as a family.

11th December @ 9:30 am - 24th December @ 3:00 pm

Make Christmas feel magical again. Explore Stockwood Illuminated's light trail, enjoy the atmosphere and make memories with the people who matter most.

11th December @ 4:30 pm - 31st December @ 8:00 pm

Head to Hat Gardens for an afternoon full of Christmas cheer. Meet our giant walkabout performers and listen to a line-up of local artists playing all your festive favourites.

12th December @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm