BedfordBID is thrilled to be part of the the much-anticipated Bedford Christmas Lights Switch On! Postponed from 23rd November, this means there’s a bigger celebration planned. In collaboration with Bedford Borough Council, prepare for a magical day!
The fun-filled festivities begin at 10am, with a packed programme, including:
- Stage Performances Enjoy live music throughout the day, featuring local youth performers from Bedford Music Service on the Love Bedford sponsored stage, followed by a special Christmas set by Laura Menozzi in the afternoon.
- Christmas Lights Switch-On At 5pm, join Laura Menozzi, Mayor Tom Wootton, Priory School Choir, and Father Christmas for the official countdown to illuminate Harpur Square!
- Sing-Along and Disco After the switch-on, belt out your favourite Christmas carols with Laura and groove to festive tunes with DJ Steven Gordon Wilson until 6.30pm.
- Mini Christmas Market Browse a small selection of craft stalls, showcasing unique gifts and festive finds along Harpur Street, outside Sharman Law.
- Foodie delights Refuel with delicious treats and beverages from food, coffee, and bar operators in Harpur Square.
FREE Family Fun
- Christmas Crazy Golf Challenge your friends and family to a fun round of mini golf inside the Harpur Suite from 12noon until 7pm, funded by UK Government
- Christmas Photo Booth Capture a memorable festive photo in the photo booth and collect your free prints from 12noon until 7pm, funded by UK Government
- Love Bedford Express Land Train Take a ride on the festive Love Bedford Land Train, paid for by Bedford town centre businesses and sponsored by BedfordBID/LoveBedford.
- From 4.15pm Laura Menozzi will be singing Christmas songs, with Priory School Choir joining from 4.40pm in the build up to the countdown at 5pm.
- Laura will continue to entertain the crowd until 5.15pm when DJ Steven Gordon-Wilson takes over with a Christmas Disco.
Extended Market Hours
Enjoy extended shopping hours with traders at the Saturday Charter Market on St. Paul’s Square, Midland Road and Harpur Street, open until 7pm.
Pantomime Special Offer from the Corn Exchange
Nearer the time there will be a discount code here for a special offer on pantomime tickets.
Love Bedford Christmas Wreath
The Love Bedford Christmas Wreath is back, lit up with gorgeous fairy lights with a seat to perch on. Take your festive snaps and tag us @lovebedford1 on Instagram or @Lovebedford on Facebook. #lovebedford
