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Bedford Christmas Light Switch-On

The free Bedford Christmas Lights Switch-On event will take place at Harpur Square in Bedford town centre on Saturday 21st November, starting at midday, with the Mayor of Bedford Borough, Tom Wootton, switching on the lights at 5pm.

Visitors can enjoy a full day of live music and entertainment from local choirs, singers, dance groups and DJs, alongside craft and gift stalls, food, and family-friendly activities.

Free Christmas film screenings will also be available in the Harpur Suite from 11am to 4.45pm, with a face painter and children’s colouring activities adding to the festive fun.

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