Exeter Christmas lights switch on
Due to the exceptional weather circumstances and the safety of spectators and participants Exeter Christmas lights switch on has been rescheduled from Thursday 22 November to Friday 23 November.
The Guildhall Christmas lights will however be switched on this evening at 18.30 with festivities beginning from 14.00.
Christmas will arrive in Exeter city centre on 23 November when the Christmas lights are switched on.
Keep an eye on the weather warnings in place for further information.
The celebrations will begin from 16.30 with performances from:
- This year's festive pantomime Dick Whittington
- Finalist from The Voice - Adam Isaac
- 2011's Christmas number one - The Military Wives Choir
The lights switch on will take place on the main high street, Princesshay shopping centre and the Guildhall shopping centre at 18.30 when the city will be illuminated for Christmas.
The lights will be switched on by Exeter's very own celebrity chef, Michael Caines who will be escorted by member of the Military Wives Choir.
Back to the events calendar.
Exeter Christmas lights switch on
Exeter Christmas lights switch on
23 November - Check the Exeter weather forecast before heading to see the Christmas lights switch on in the city centre.
The lights switch on also marks the start of the late night shopping, which will run in the city each Thursday during the lead up to Christmas. The shops will remain open until 21.00 to allow shoppers to find those ideal Christmas gifts and take in the festive atmosphere under the lights.
Check the local Exeter weather to see whether you will need your winter woollies while you're out in the city centre.
If you are looking for content for your own website, take a look at our weather widget.
