Full details for this years Fylde Coast Christmas Switch On Events are to be found on our individual place-specific websites. Find the headlines here in date order and follow the links for more information:
More in the events calendar: All of these and many more events, large and small, are listed in the Visit Fylde Coast events guide – bookmark this link!
Christmas Parking Offers
Make the most of the festive season with free and discounted parking in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre towns.
Fylde Coast Christmas parking offers here
Fylde Coast Christmas Switch On Events
Christmas at Affinity Lancashire
Late night Thursdays, Santa and all the festive fun that you’d expect from the Fylde Coast shopping outlet!
More about the Festive season at Affinity Lancashire here
Christmas in Blackpool
Launches Friday 17 November 2023
Blackpool seafront launches into a spectacular Christmas to remember this year! There’s skating, fairground rides, snowfalls, markets, Illuminations, shows, panto… and such a lot more! It’s the only place to be!
All about Christmas in Blackpool
Lytham Christmas Switch On
Saturday 15 November 2025
It’s the BIG Lytham Christmas Lights Switch on in the town centre, with a fun festive afternoon for everyone.
Lytham Christmas Switch On here
Meet Santa at Coral Island
21 November to 19 December 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! All the family will enjoy a visit to Father Christmas when you Meet Santa at Coral Island! Find him in his amazing grotto in the run up to Christmas.
More about Santa at Coral Island here
Cleveleys Christmas Switch On
Saturday 22 November 2025
A fun, community day with singalongs, carols and Santa. Plus craft stalls, music, entertainment and street performers. Get your raffle ticket to be in with a chance of winning great prizes!
Details for Cleveleys Christmas Switch On here
Kirkham Christmas Switch On
Saturday 22 November 2025
Kirkham Christmas Switch On here
Fleetwood Festive Lights Lantern Parade & Switch On
Saturday 29 November 2025
Make a date, find your warm clothes, and come for a Christmas sing-song at the Festive Lights Switch on in Fleetwood!
All about Fleetwood Festive Lights here
St Annes Christmas Lights Switch On
Saturday 29 November 2025
It’s Christmas in St Annes! Enjoy the Switch On event and concert, plus look out for the big man on the Santa Drive. Shop locally this year, join in the fun and enjoy the festive spirit!
Details for Christmas in St Annes here
Ansdell & Fairhaven Christmas Lights
Saturday 29 November 2025
Enjoy a lantern procession, visit from Santa and live entertainment at the Ansdell and Fairhaven Christmas Switch On
Thornton Christmas Switch On
Tuesday 28th November 2023 at 4pm
Thornton Community Christmas Switch on includes local primary school children once again this year. Be there!
Thornton Christmas Switch On here
Fylde Coast Christmas Switch Ons & Events in December
Poulton Christmas Festival
Friday 1 December 2023
Poulton town centre will again be transformed with a sprinkle of Christmas magic! Attractions include wonderful stalls, many from Poulton’s own independent traders, the switch on of Christmas lights, entertainment from bands and of course, Father Christmas himself!
All about Poulton Christmas Festival here
Meet Santa at Houndshill Shopping Centre
Saturday and Sundays in December
Santa and his elves will be in residence at Houndshill Shopping Centre at weekends in December up until Christmas. Plus enjoy the festive decorations, music and seasonal cheer!
All about Santa at Houndshill Shopping Centre
Trinity Hospice Santa Dash
Sunday 7 December 2025
Watch out for hundreds of Santa’s, all running along Blackpool promenade! Why don’t you join in this fabulous fundraising event – in aid of Trinity Hospice?
All about Trinity Santa Dash here
Christmas Market at Ashton Gardens, St Annes
Friday 5 to Sunday 7 December 2025
Families across Fylde can look forward to a spectacular festive weekend at Ashton Gardens enchanting Christmas Markets. Browse handmade treasures in charming wooden chalets while enjoying live entertainment.
All about the Christmas Market in St Annes
Christmas Extravaganza at Lytham Hall
26 November to 3 January 2024
See Lytham Hall dressed for Christmas like never ever before! The Georgian mansion will be dripping in festive lights, trees and decorations to create a stunning visit that all the family can enjoy. There’s even a model festive village too! The exterior of the Hall will dazzle with projections of snow and lights, along with illuminated deer, wild animals and outdoor trees.
Enjoy Lytham Hall at this most special time of year and a musical journey from room to room adorned by the most magnificent decorations.
More about Christmas at Lytham Hall here
Elf Pop Dreams at Viva Blackpool
Sun 21 to Weds 24 December at 12pm
Join Twinkle, Sparkle, Jingles, and Dazzle for Elf Pop Dreams – Christmas Cracker Live! It’s a fun-filled, musical adventure as they try to become elf-popstars! With the help of all the children in the audience, will they find they magic they need to help them! 🎅✨ A story of friendship, teamwork, and believing in yourself. Don’t miss out on the holiday event of the year!
Tree of Lights at Blackpool Victoria Hospital
Monday 1 December 2025
Remember family and friends at Tree of Lights at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Celebrate and remember the lives of loved ones in a positive way.
Tree of Lights at Blackpool Victoria Hospital here
Don’t forget… when it gets to Christmas Eve you can also follow the progress of Father Christmas journey with the Norad Santa Tracker!
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