When
From Wednesday 16th November 2011
Where
Marylebone High Street
The Marylebone Christmas lights will be switched on in a magical London event that should wow the crowds. Marylebone High Street will be transformed into a winter wonderland with street performers, food stalls, mulled wine, a grotto and more on Wednesday 16th November 2011.
Traditional festivities on Marylebone High Street
Traditional Christmas festivities feature heavily at the Marylebone High Street switch on, with all manner of seasonal activities taking place. Enjoy mulled wine or hot chocolate and check out the stands selling Christmas goodies on Marylebone High Street.
Cabbages and Frocks
The Cabbages and Frocks Christmas Market is taking place on the same day as the Marylebone Christmas lights switch on, inviting crowds to start their Christmas shopping in true festive style. The stunning Christmas lights will form a suitably magical backdrop to the Cabbage and Frocks Christmas market, promising something special for visitors on the day. 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.
Cabbages and Frocks Christmas Market
Live music at Marylebone High Street
A programme of live music features throughout the Marylebone Christmas lights switch on. There's live performances from Marylebone Rock Choir, The Dunwell Brothers and Ilona and Nathan Marcado, as well as fireworks, street entertainers, a free Father Christmas grotto for kids and snow.
Special guests at Marylebone High Street
DJ and model Lisa Snowdon is the special guest switching on the Marylebone Christmas lights and leading the crowds in the final countdown, and for 2011 Marylebone High Street is once again playing host to a magical character that's bound to be a huge hit 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, so 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.
Festive fun
What with all the snow, fireworks, the free Christmas grotto, music and the Cabbages and Frocks market, this year's Marylebone Christmas lights switch on aims to kickstart the festive season in spectacular style. Make it a night to remember at Marylebone once more in 2011 and visit a vibrant Christmas event.
The switching on of the Marylebone High Street Christmas lights takes place on Wednesday 16th November 2011, with events running from 3.30pm - 6.30pm. The event is free to attend.