Marylebone Christmas Lights
When
4pm - 6.30pm, Wednesday 18th November 2009
Where
Marylebone High Street
The Marylebone Christmas lights will be switched on in a magical London event that should wow crowds. Marylebone High Street will be transformed into a winter wonderland with street performers, carols, a grotto and more on Wednesday 18th November 2009.
Traditional festivities on Marylebone High StreetTraditional Christmas festivities feature heavily at the Marylebone High Street switch on, with all manner of seasonal activities taking place. Enjoy Champagne and mince pies and check out the stands selling Christmas goodies on Marylebone High Street.
Cabbages and FrocksFor an added touch, the Cabbages and Frocks Christmas Market is taking place on the same day, inviting crowds to start their Christmas shopping in true festive style. Stunning Christmas lights set a suitably magical backdrop to the Cabbage and Frocks Christmas market, promising something special for visitors on the day. So, head down and pick up some quality bargains from 1pm onwards. For those who can't make it on these dates, the Cabbages and Frocks market is held every Saturday so just pop down then to get yourself some bits.
Live Music At Marylebone High StreetA programme of live music features throughout the Marylebone Christmas lights switch on. A live performance from the Brass Quintet is sure to go down a storm, while local school children will be starting the evening’s festivities with carols on the main stage and after the lights have come on more live music will be played by bands and an Elvis tribute act.
Special guests at Marylebone High StreetAs well as the special guest switching on the Marylebone Christmas lights and leading the crowds in the final countdown, Marylebone High Street is also playing host to a magical character sure to be popular with the kids. For an extra special treat Father Christmas is taking time out from his busy schedule to hand out presents from his grotto from 4pm onwards. Make the most of the chance to see Santa by the glow of some of the most impressive lights in London, on Marylebone High Street.
Firework funThis year's Marylebone Christmas lights switch on will include a spectacular fireworks display, lighting up the skies in true festive style. Make it a night to remember at Marylebone and visit a vibrant Christmas event.
The switching on of the Marylebone High Street Christmas lights takes place at 6pm on Wednesday 18th November 2009, with events beginning at 4pm. Nearest tube: Marylebone. The event is free to attend.Bond NoelRegent Street Christmas LightsOxford Street Christmas LightsBond Street Christmas LightsCovent Garden Christmas LightsChristmas Lights at Leadenhall MarketChristmas Lights at WestfieldChristmas Lights LondonChristmas Carols at Hampton CourtMedieval Christmas at Tower of LondonWinter Wonderland TicketsSpirit of Christmas FairTrafalgar Square Christmas TreeTrafalgar Square Christmas CarolsCountry Living Christmas FairO2 Christmas Spectacular TicketsChristmas Film ScreeningsSantas Secret Village London