Join Newcastle-under-Lyme as they Light Up Castle for Christmas 2024!

The Christmas magic returns to Newcastle-under-Lyme on Sunday 24th November as Newcastle-under-Lyme BID brings host their spectacular #LightUpCastle annual switch on event. Get ready for a day of fun, FREE for the whole family to enjoy!

6 Towns Radio’s Dan Townley will bring the festive spirit to life from the main stage located outside The Guildhall for an afternoon and evening packed with live entertainment, followed by the big switch on.   The young Your Heroes Awards winners will have the honour of lighting up the town in a dazzling display of Christmas lights followed by a laser display and live music.

Starting at 12pm, the High Street & Ironmarket will be transformed into a winter wonderland of holiday performances from local artists, schools, and community groups as well as a poptastic headline performance from The Big Boyband Reunion!  Could it be magic?  Yes it could!

On the Ironmarket, Castle Artisan Market adds to the festive fun, with stalls offering the very best of local makers, bakers, and creators – perfect for finding unique Christmas gifts and opportunity to indulge in street food and drinks from local businesses.

There’s fun for all the family with small fairground rides from Stanworths, free Christmas crafting opportunities, meet & greet opportunities with Santa and Disney Princesses as well as plenty more surprises!

Projects & Marketing Executive, Charlie Machin says: “As part of the BID’s annual calendar of events, we can’t wait to Light Up Castle for another year and host the community in the town centre to kick start the Christmas season!  The light switch on is always such an incredible day out and a great opportunity to start Christmas shopping or start the festive celebrations with family and friends!  As part of the Christmas calendar in the town, we also have the Castle Winter Food & Drink Fest following on December 14th!”

Free parking will be available on all Borough Council car parks, courtesy of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, making it easy to join in the celebrations.

Be sure to follow @newcastlebid on social media for more updates, a full schedule of performances, and times. Let’s make this switch on the brightest yet!