Christmas Lights Switch On

Families are invited to come along and enjoy a magical evening packed with festive entertainment, seasonal music and plenty of Christmas cheer. Pre-parade entertainers will help set the scene before the city centre comes alive with lights, music and celebration.

The highlight of the evening will be the switching on of Lisburn’s Christmas lights at 7.30pm, including the city’s beautiful real Christmas tree, which will take pride of place in front of the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum. The Mayor and Santa will officially light up the city, marking the start of the festive season.

Local schools and community groups will also play their part in the celebrations, joining the enchanted walk from Market Square to Castle Gardens, where visitors can enjoy a preview of the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail.

The event will be inclusive, with a sign language interpreter on stage, an accessible viewing area for those with additional needs and a quiet SEN area available within the museum.