Driffield Christmas market and lights switch on tomorrow

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The festive spirit will shine brightly in Driffield tomorrow evening, (Friday November 29, 2024) as the town’s annual Christmas lights switch-on takes place.

Organised by Driffield Town Council, the event will bring the town centre to life with a Dickensian theme, offering a nostalgic journey to a bygone era.

Event Highlights

The festivities kick off at 2PM with the start of a bustling Christmas market filled with gift ideas, stocking fillers, and unique presents for loved ones. The Mayor of Driffield and FATHER CHRISTMAS will illuminate the town when the turn on the dazzling display of lights at 7PM, marking the event’s main attraction.

Live entertainment throughout the day will include:

Makara Morris Dancers performing traditional routines.
Driffield Junior School Choir
All For One Choir, providing festive tunes to get visitors into the Christmas spirit.

Visitors will also encounter beloved Dickensian characters like Mrs. Fuzziwig, Mr. Figgy Pudding, Scrooge, and the Ghost of Jacob Marley, alongside stilt walkers and, of course, Father Christmas.

For families, additional attractions include a small funfair on George Street and Middle Street South, plus face painting by Fun Packed Parties.

Shop Late and Embrace the Theme

Local shops and businesses are encouraged to stay open late and dress in period costumes to enhance the immersive Dickensian atmosphere.

Event Schedule

Here’s the approximate timetable for the day:

11 AM: Road closures begin.
1 PM: Market setup.
2 PM: Christmas Market opens.
4 PM: Father Christmas arrives.
4:30 PM: Makara Morris Dancers perform.
5 PM: Driffield Junior School Choir performs.
5:45 PM: All For One Choir performs under the Plaza of Light.
6:50 PM: Interview with the Mayor and Father Christmas.
7 PM: Christmas lights switch-on.
8 PM: Market closes.
10 PM: Road closures end.

Bring your family and friends to experience a magical start to the Christmas season in Driffield!

Road Closures and Timings

To facilitate the event, road closures will be in place from 11 AM to 10 PM across key areas, including Queen Street to Cranwell Road, Market Place roundabout, Mill Street to Westgate, and Middle Street South to George Street.

Michelle Flake, Town Development Officer, urges everyone to join the celebration:

“We hope everyone will come down to the town centre, enjoy the entertainment, and support our local traders.”

Driffield in Bloom: Christmas Trail

Adding to the festive fun, Driffield in Bloom is launching a Christmas Trail starting Friday. Around 100 shops and businesses will display wooden letters forming a festive phrase or carol verse. Participants who correctly solve the puzzle can submit their entries to the Town Council for a chance to win prizes, including: