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Our free annual Christmas lights switch-on event, sponsored by Luton Rising, Luton Lights Up for Christmas is taking place on Saturday 22 November 2025, with a day of live music and entertainment across the town centre.
Delivered in collaboration with our partners, Luton BID and Luton Point, the seasonal line-up celebrates community, creativity and Christmas cheer.
This year’s special guest is Paddington™, appearing courtesy of Luton BID. Festivities begin at 11am, with the official lights switch-on scheduled for around 6pm.
Times and locations
- Live music and entertainment from 2pm.
- Meet Paddington at intervals from 2 to 6.30pm outside the town hall.
- Luton Point’s countdown to Christmas bauble decorating from 11am to 5pm in Central Square.
- Light switch on from 6pm outside the town hall.