Twickenham Christmas lights switch-on 2026: everything you need to know
By Cesar Medina 9th Nov 2026
Twickenham is getting ready to launch the festive season as details for the town's official Christmas Light Up Events on Friday, 20 November 2026 have been revealed.
Packed with live music, market stalls, and family entertainment, the celebrations will run throughout the afternoon and evening across key local spots.
Schedule of events
- 2pm – 8pm: Patch's Christmas Makers Market opens at 42 York Street, offering a chance to pick up unique handcrafted gifts and local festive treats.
- 3:30pm – 6:30pm: Free Face Painting for children at Patch, 42 York Street.
- 3pm – 7pm: The Main Riverside Radio Stage will host live music and entertainment from 3:30pm to 7:00pm. This year, the stage moves to a new location at the top of Church Lane where it meets Church Street, right opposite St Mary's Church.
- 4:30pm – 5:pm: Festive Christmas Carols around Twickenham Green.
- 5pm: The official Twickenham Green Christmas Tree Switch-On.
- 6pm: The Main Town Centre Lights Switch-On, featuring the grand countdown live from the Riverside Radio Stage.
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