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Christmas Lights – The BIG Switch On – Market Sq

Cambridge Festive Light Switch-On Sparkle into the Season Cambridge is getting ready to shine as the city’s much-loved Christmas Lights Switch-On celebrations return this November

  • 16th November 2025 - 16th November 2025
  • 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm

On Sunday 16th November (12pm – 5pm), the celebrations move to Market Square, where the city centre will come alive with performances from 4D Dance, Colours of Dance, Razzmatazz, Sing Choirs, On Stage Performing Arts, All Stars Performing Arts, Vocal Remix, Target Dance, and Safira Pinder. The event will open with the beautiful voices of Great St Mary’s Choir, before The Mayor of Cambridge, Cllr Dinah Pounds, takes to the stage to officially switch on the city lights — joined by the talented cast of the ADC Theatre.

Adding to the festive fun, Ruby Flames Entertainment will bring dazzling on-street performances throughout the day, adding sparkle and excitement to the city centre atmosphere. Visitors can also enjoy free chai tastings from The Permit Room (3pm – 6pm) and soak up the joyful buzz of this much-loved annual tradition.

The Big Switch-On marks the start of the Cambridge Christmas season — a time for the whole city to come together and celebrate with sparkle, song, and a little festive magic.

For the latest updates, performance times, and festive surprises, follow @LoveCambridge_ on Facebook and Instagram.

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One of the oldest surviving buildings in Cambridge is the Leper Chapel on Newmarket Road. Also known as the Chapel of St Mary Magdalene, it dates back to the 12th century and was originally used as a place to isolate victims of leprosy.