The unmissable Christmas Lights Switch On will take place Friday at 6 pm on Broad Street.

Take part in a lantern-lit procession from Church Street, passing through the High Street, and ending at the majestic Christmas tree on Broad Street. The procession will be led by Santa Claus himself, accompanied by the angelic voices of Pershore Abbey Choir.

The man with the bag will return to his grotto, ready to meet the children of Pershore. Little ones can have their special moment meeting Santa and receive a free gift from his workshop.

This year we are expanding the fairground to Church Walk, providing more space for classic rides and traditional games.

Live musical performances will take place on Friday, following the lights switch on, and throughout Saturday. Please note: this year we are celebrating WITHOUT fireworks.

We aim to provide a safe event with minimal disruption to the town. Therefore half of Broad Street (including the car park and Eastbound lane) will be closed. This year, Church Walk will also be closed. These closures will be in effect for most of Friday and Saturday. We recommend parking at Abbey Park Car Park (0.2-mile walk), High Street/Asda Car Park (0.3-mile walk), Avon Meadow Car Park (0.4-mile walk), or the Civic Centre Car Park (0.4-mile walk).