Event image: Ipswich Borough Council. Official 2026 event artwork. No reuse licence stated.
Ipswich’s Christmas lights switch-on brings live entertainment and festive activity to the town centre. The lights are due to be switched on at 6:45pm; check the organiser for the full programme and any travel updates.
Join the free town-centre Christmas celebration with live entertainment and the switch-on at 6:45pm.
Event image: Ipswich Borough Council. Official 2026 event artwork. No reuse licence stated.
Ipswich’s Christmas lights switch-on brings live entertainment and festive activity to the town centre. The lights are due to be switched on at 6:45pm; check the organiser for the full programme and any travel updates.
The Cornhill, Ipswich, IP1 1DH
Free public event; food, drink and purchases may cost extra.
You will be directed straight to the venue's official checkout. DayOutly charges zero booking fees.
Suffolk and Essex schools run half-term from 26–30 October 2026. Peak weekend slots sell out early.
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Ipswich · 15 Nov 2026 · 4–7:30pm · lights on 6:45pm
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