Northwich Christmas Extravaganza

Saturday 23rd November

A fun-filled day across the town, with lots of free activities leading up to the Lantern Parade and light switch on. The daytime fun will begin at 11am, the lantern parade starts at around 5pm and the switch-on at 5:30pm, followed by a firework finale shortly after.

What to expect?

Christmas Crazy Golf - FREE

On High Street just outside Barclays you'll find 9 holes of Christmas Crazy Golf, which you can play for free - booking is NOT required.

Funfair & Swing Grill

Shardlands Funfairs will rock up to Northwich once more, with a whole host of fairground rides to enjoy and if you're looking for a bratwurst... you're at the right place!

Christmas Craft Village - FREE

Wander along Witton Street and enjoy free arts and crafts sessions throughout the day, just come and join in (located near to the library).

Christmas Market

Take a trip to Apple Market Place to find this year's market.  Browse more than 15 different stalls for some Christmas gift inspiration, including sweet treats, clothing, jewellery and much more all available to purchase. Fantastic Chef Nigel Brown will also be cooking up a storm in FREE cookery demos.

Christmas Games - FREE

Chuck Santa Down the Chimney, Elf on the Shelf Knockdown and Nutcracker hoopla games will be free to play, and you'll even win a prize if you manage to achieve the games goal!

Santa's Sleigh - FREE

Santa has parked his sleigh at the top of Witton Street, with a few of his Reindeer (props), you can take a seat and snap a precious memory.

Candy Cane walk & Penguins - FREE

After snapping a photo in Santa's sleigh, walk along the candy cane path and meet our family of penguins (props), if you time it just right you might feel like you're in the arctic with our snow experience.

Glitter Artist / Face Painters - FREE

If your little ones (or you?!) fancy getting a bit festive then why not let our talented artists add a bit of sparkle to your face before the big switch on!  You'll find them on Witton Street, near the craft village!

Santa's Grotto

The big man himself will be stopping by to bring joy to your young people, pre-book to avoid disappointment - www.npole.co.uk

Live Music

In Barons Square you'll find live music throughout the day, building up to the big switch on at  5:30pm*.

Lantern Parade & Switch On

Starting at Waitrose at 5pm*, a Lantern Parade will make its way to the main stage in Barons Square. The Northwich Christmas lights will be switched on at 5:30pm followed by a fantastic firework show at 6pm. As part of the switch on stage event, a BSL Intrepeter will be on hand, if you would like to be able to clearly see them, you can reserve a space in our BSL viewing zone here.

(*Please note timings may vary slightly on the day)