Chesterfield Christmas Lights Switch On and Market
Residents and visitors can get into the festive spirit as Chesterfield’s annual Christmas Lights Switch On returns for 2021.
It will be bigger and better than ever – with a variety of entertainers performing throughout the day and a market that will allow shoppers to grab a Christmas bargain.
The event takes place on Sunday 21 November from 12 noon to early evening, with the switch on happening at 4.45pm.
The stage show will be held in New Square and there will be a variety of different performers including choirs, dancing robots and children’s characters.
Chesterfield Christmas Lights Switch on and Market is organised by Chesterfield Borough Council
Chesterfield Christmas Lights Switch On Entertainment
Main Stage (New Square) – 3pm – 5.15pm
Hosted by Laura and Becky
The Rose Choir – 3.10 pm
Baja Band – 3.45 pm
Glow Jugglers – 4.05 pm
Meet the Panto Stars – 4.15 pm
Build up to the lights Switch on – 4.35 pm
Lights Switch on – 4.45 pm
The Gospel Choir – 4.50 pm
Rykneld Square (Outside Visitor Information Centre)
The Minions appearing at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Market Hall
The Rose Choir – 2pm – 2.25pm
Central Pavement
Sheffield Brass Band – 12.50pm – 1.10pm &2.10pm – 2.30pm
Gospel Choir – 3pm – 3.20pm
Burlington Street
Pantonic All Stars Steel Orchestra – 12.00pm-12.45pm, 1.45pm-2.30pm & 3.15pm-4.00pm
Walkabout Entertainment Around the Market Area
Band Baja – 12.30pm – 12.45pm & 2.30pm – 2.45pm
Glow Jugglers – 4.35pm – 5.00pm & 5.25pm – 5.50pm
Christmas Tree Stilt Walker – 12noon – 12.45pm, 1.15pm – 2pm, 2.30pm – 3.15pm & 3.45pm – 4.30pm
Dancing robots – 3.30pm – 4pm, 4.15pm – 4.45pm & 5pm – 5.30pm
Winged Angel – 2pm – 2.45pm, 3pm – 3.45pm, 4.15pm – 5pm & 5.15pm – 6pm
LED Drummers – 4pm – 4.30pm & 5pm – 5.30pm
This programme is subject to last minute changes
Christmas Lights Switch On Market
A market will run alongside this event in the Market Square and the Market Hall will be open so shoppers can start picking up presents from local businesses.
Market stalls are available to book for this event, these can be booked for £15 by visiting: www.chesterfield.gov.uk/markettrading
You can also explore The Festival of Christmas Trees at the Crooked Spire Church and make a day of it exploring Chesterfield this Christmas.
The Christmas Lights Switch On is a key element of the Christmas in Chesterfield campaign which aims to encourage people to visit Chesterfield town centre and support local businesses this Christmas.
Other activities planned include the return of the Amazing Magical Santa House and Elf Trail which were very popular last year. A series of walkabout entertainers including stilt walkers, carol singers and tap-dancing turkeys. The Crooked Spire will also be hosting its Christmas Tree Festival and Beauty and the Beast pantomime will be at the Pomegranate Theatre.
Details of where to park in Chesterfield for the event can be found here.
Chesterfield town centre is accessible by bus and train
Please help us to keep everyone as safe as possible during the event by not attending if you are feeling unwell, have Covid-19 symptoms or have tested positive for the virus.
