Raunds Christmas Market & Light Switch On – Sunday 24th November 2024 - Essential Information

Get ready for a magical day in Raunds as we celebrate the festive season with our Christmas Market & Light Switch On! This year's event promises to be packed with fun for all ages. Here's everything you need to know:

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, 24th November 2024
• Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Location: Saxon Hall and Town Square

What's On:

• Market Stalls: Enjoy browsing a wide variety of stalls at Saxon Hall and the Town Square. Find unique gifts, tasty treats, and festive goodies to get you into the holiday spirit.
• Santa's Parade: The magic begins with Santa's parade, which will leave the Town Hall at 2:45 PM. Bring the whole family to cheer on Father Christmas as he makes his way through the town.
• Live Entertainment: Starting from 3:00 PM, we'll have live performances to entertain the crowd throughout the afternoon. Enjoy music, performances, and festive cheer including local schools and a Take That tribute act.
• Christmas Lights Switch On: At 6:00 PM, we'll light up the town with the official switch-on. Gather in the Town Square to witness the transformation as our Christmas lights dazzle the evening sky.
• Big Heroes for Little Heroes: Meet some of your favorite characters, who will be spreading cheer and posing for photos.
• Petting Farm: For the little ones (and big kids too!), enjoy the Petting Farm with animals to pet and interact with.
• Fair Rides: Thrilling rides for all ages will be available throughout the event to add extra fun to your visit!

Important Information:

• Road Closure: Please be aware that there will be a road closure in place to accommodate the event. Further details can be found on the the Council's website.
• Town Square Car Park Closure: The Town Square Car Park will be closed to parking for the event. Please plan your journey accordingly. More details can be found on Facebook.
• Entertainment Schedule: For a full line-up of all the performances and entertainment throughout the day, visit Facebook.

We look forward to seeing you there!