CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ON EVENTS…
Posted by Kalli Pasqualucci on 05 Nov 2025
The festive season is fast approaching and the communities around Epsom and Ewell are gearing up for some truly magical evenings of celebration. The festive season is personally one of my favourites.
Coming up there are plenty of FREE community events to get you in the spirit from the vibrant cosplay and comic-fun at the much-anticipated lights switch-on in Epsom Square and Epsom Market Place, to the enchanting family-friendly gatherings at Bourne Hall and at Stoneleigh Broadway and Cheam.
So here is your local Christmas Lights On event guide:
ASHLEY CENTRE
Celebrate the Start of Christmas at Ashley Centre, Epsom!
The most magical time of year is nearly here and they are kicking things off with a spectacular day of festive fun! Join them on Saturday 15th November, from 11am to 4:30pm, for their annual Christmas Light Switch-On.
What’s Happening on the Day:
11am: The day will start with beauty demos, mince pie tasting and more from retailers including The Fragrance Shop, Boots and Waitrose.
1pm: Family fun, including a giant game of pass the parcel with our naughty elves. They will be causing mischief and mayhem throughout the afternoon. Also, taking to the stage will be talented performers from NESCOT and Epsom Playhouse.
4:30pm: Christmas Light Switch-On: Watch Ashley Centre sparkle as the lights go on.
EPSOM SQUARE
Saturday, 22nd November | 10am – LATE (Light Switch-On at 5pm), Epsom Square, Surrey
Cosplayers, comic fans, and festive friends, get ready for the community event to end all community events! After the success of Library Con, they’re levelling up with a brand-new celebration that brings together the best of cosplay, comics, creativity, and Christmas cheer.
Head to Epsom Square for a day packed with:
✨Cosplay meetups, parades, and photo ops
✨Live music, bands, and choirs all afternoon
✨A Christmas fair inside Metropolis Foodhall
✨Workshops and activities with Epsom ‘Library Con’
✨Movie magic at Epsom Picturehouse
✨And a spectacular Christmas Lights Switch-On to close the day.
EPSOM MARKET PLACE
Epsom Christmas Tree Lights Switch On will be held on Sunday, 23rd November from 10:30am – 4:30pm in the Marketplace. Pop along and see Inka the Polar Bear, Singing and Dancing, Rides and Stalls and lots more.
There will be plenty of fun for all the family.
BANSTEAD
Banstead Christmas Community Event is taking place on Thursday 27th November 4.30pm – 6.30pm there will be community, craft, retail, food and drink stalls, and a performance stage and more, keep update on what is happening on their Facebook event here.
LIGHT ON BROADWAY – STONELEIGH
Lights on Broadway is back on Friday, 28th November (4pm-8pm).
The whole of Stoneleigh Broadway will be filled with stall holders and children’s entertainment.
There is also the Christmas Colouring Competition, and as per previous years the winner will be chosen by the Mayor of Epsom and Mayoress.
Entries must be handed in by the 25th of November at Art-K, Poltsa Boutique, Scout Shop or Stoneleigh Library, all on The Broadway.
ENJOY SUTTON
Every year the BID with support from Sutton Town Centre businesses, community groups, volunteers and charities hosts a Christmas event to get the festive spirit started. On Friday 28th November 4pm – 8pm there will be the following activities.
Christmas Market – Sutton & local, small business market offering gifts, hand made items, home produced items mixed with some of our local community and charity groups offering activities.
FREE Christmas crafts with Caro
FREE Christmas crafts with Stitches Academy.
Stage with music throughout, choirs, performances.
FREE to enter Christmas Raffle with 20 prizes to be given away (draw to take place with Deputy Mayor at 6pm)
Food stalls offering tasty treats
Performances from Bezerkas and Sutton Community Dance
A special guest at 6.30
More information https://enjoysutton.co.uk/event-pro/christmas-in-sutton-save-the-date/
BOURNE HALL
Bourne Hall is delighted to announce the return of its much-loved Christmas Lights Switch-On event, taking place on:
Saturday 29 November from 4pm until 7.30pm. This is a free, family-friendly celebration invites the local community to gather for an evening filled with festive entertainment, seasonal treats, and holiday cheer.
Event highlights include:
Live Music & Performances
Enjoy a lively programme of performances from local musicians and dance schools on the main stage. Special guests include Santa Claus and the cast of this year’s Epsom Playhouse Pantomime, Aladdin, bringing a sprinkle of theatrical magic to the festivities.
Market & Craft Stalls
Browse a variety of stalls featuring handmade crafts, unique gifts, and festive products – perfect for early Christmas shopping.
Food & Refreshments
Indulge in delicious seasonal fare from The Flying Saucer Café, offering warm treats and tasty bites throughout the evening.
Santa’s Grotto Grand Opening
Be among the first to visit the newly opened Santa’s Grotto, where children can meet Father Christmas and experience the joy of the season.
Christmas Lights Switch-On Ceremony
Be there for the magical moment at 5.15pm, when The Deputy Mayor of Epsom & Ewell, Santa and beloved festive characters illuminate Bourne Hall with a dazzling display of Christmas lights.
CHEAM CHRISTMAS
Cheam Christmas returns to the Village on Friday 12th December from 4pm – 8pm. Join in the festivities throughout the village with…
Christmas shopping – a fantastic artisan market featuring loads of small, local businesses
Village shops – Your favourite local businesses staying open late, many with special offers!
Stalls – located throughout the village
Food – come hungry & grab a bite from food vans in Station Way
Kids activities, Entertainment – from local choirs and dance groups
Carol Services & lots more!
Enjoy!
Kalli xx
