Prepare for the whole family to be entertained at the Chesterfield Christmas Lights Switch On event.
Taking place on 23 November, there will be entertainment, much of which is free of charge, taking place from 12noon.
The planned entertainment is once again expected to attract thousands of visitors to Chesterfield.
There will be entertainment in the town centre from 12noon including the chance to see street entertainment and music accompanied by a Christmas market.
A funfair and other entertainment will also be based in the market and town centre. The stage show starts at 4.30pm outside the Town Hall.
The stage show is in a new location this year due to the exciting renovation works taking place in the town centre. Following the stage show, people will be able to follow a musical procession – with LED drummers playing and leading everyone back into the town centre, encouraging people to visit Tipi Christmas as well as other local bars and restaurants.
Back by popular demand, Bluey will be returning to meet and greet fans at the Christmas lights switch on event at intervals from 12pm to 3pm, in New Square. The later meet-and-greet slots are expected to be busy, so come early to prevent missing out! This is a free activity, don’t forget your camera too for photo opportunities with your favourite character.
Here is a selection of performers that will be in Chesterfield for everyone to enjoy at the times listed. Please note though, this programme is subject to change.
New Square (in front of Grace Chapel)
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Bluey |
12noon 1pm 2pm 3pm |
Market Place (Natwest Corner)
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Chesterfield Studios
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1.05pm – 1.30pm 2.20pm – 2.45pm |
Central Pavement
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Phoenix Concert Band
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12.30pm – 12.50pm 2pm – 2.20pm 3pm – 3.20pm |
Walkabout entertainment around the market area
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Jacks of Frost |
12.30pm – 1pm 2pm – 2.30pm 3.15pm – 3.45pm |
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Polar Pip
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12.15pm – 12.45pm 1.45pm – 2.15pm 3.30pm – 4pm |
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LED Drummers Stilts
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3pm – 3.30pm 4pm – 4.30pm end at stage 5.30pm – 6pm start at stage |
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Bubble Beat Elves
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2pm – 2.30pm 3.30pm – 4pm 5.30pm – 6pm |
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Christmas Time Travellers |
1.30pm – 2pm 3.15pm – 3.45pm 5.30pm – 6pm |
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Ebor N Gum |
1.15pm – 1.45pm 3pm – 3.30pm |
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Stocking Up |
1pm – 1.30pm 2.30pm – 3pm 4pm – 4.30pm |
Councillor Kate Sarvent, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “I’m looking forward to seeing lots of residents enjoying the busy entertainment schedule at the Christmas Lights Switch On event. Meeting Bluey, the street entertainment and the Christmas Lights Switch On are all free activities too.
“The switch on event, is one of the most popular activities in our event calendar, so I hope as many people as possible can join us to experience this special day.”
To make the most of your Christmas in Chesterfield visit the Destination Chesterfield website.
