Heckmondwike Christmas lights switch-on event set to feature Santa's grotto, circus skills workshops and fairground rides

There will be fun for all the family at Heckmondwike’s Christmas lights switch-on.
Crowds at last year's Heckmondwike Christmas lights switch-on eventCrowds at last year's Heckmondwike Christmas lights switch-on event
Crowds at last year's Heckmondwike Christmas lights switch-on event

The event on Saturday, November 25, starts at 4pm in Green Park, with the Christmas lights being switched on at 7pm as the town gets into the festive spirit.

There will be a Christmas market with 20 stalls, as well as fairground rides, Santa’s grotto, circus skills workshops and community-built light installations.

There will also be live entertainment on the bandstand including musicians and performances by the Sarah Taylor School of Dance.