Discover the magic of Christmas 2026 in Braintree with our guide to festive events near you and your local area. From Christmas markets and dazzling light displays to meeting Santa in his grotto and going on Christmas trails, there's something for every family this Xmas.
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The Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event is a popular annual event that attracts thousands of people from all over the district. The event is a great way to start the festive season and to enjoy the town's Christmas lights.
The event is always well-organised and there is always a variety of things to see and do for all ages. The Christmas market is particularly popular, with stalls selling a variety of Christmas gifts, food, and drinks. The live music also goes down well, with the stage in Market Place being packed with people all afternoon.
Overall, the Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event is a great success. It is a well-organised and enjoyable event that has something
Due to the cost of living crisis, Braintree District Council announced in August 2023 that it would not be holding an official Christmas lights switch-on event in 2023. However, the council did say that it would be holding a series of Christmas Markets throughout the festive period.
The 2022 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was held on Saturday 20th November in Braintree Town Centre. The event started at 12pm noon with a variety of festive activities taking place, including live music, children's rides, face painting, and a Christmas market. The lights were officially switched on at 5.30pm by special guest, local radio presenter Martin Lambert.
The event was a huge success, with thousands of people attending to enjoy the festivities. The market was particularly popular, with stalls selling a variety of Christmas gifts, food, and drinks. The live music also went down well, with the stage in Market Place being packed with people all afternoon.
Overall, the 2022 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was a great success. It was a well-organised and enjoyable event that had something for everyone.
The 2021 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was held on Saturday 20th November in Braintree Town Centre. The event started at 12pm noon with a variety of festive activities taking place, including live music, children's rides, face painting, and a Christmas market. The lights were officially switched on at 5.30pm by special guest, local radio presenter Martin Lambert.
The event was a huge success, with thousands of people attending to enjoy the festivities. The market was particularly popular, with stalls selling a variety of Christmas gifts, food, and drinks. The live music also went down well, with the stage in Market Place being packed with people all afternoon.
Overall, the 2021 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was a great success. It was a well-organised and enjoyable event that had something for everyone.
The 2020 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 2019 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was held on Saturday 23rd November in Braintree Town Centre. The event started at 12pm noon with a variety of festive activities taking place, including live music, children's rides, face painting, and a Christmas market. The lights were officially switched on at 5.30pm by special guest, local radio presenter Martin Lambert.
The event was a huge success, with thousands of people attending to enjoy the festivities. The market was particularly popular, with stalls selling a variety of Christmas gifts, food, and drinks. The live music also went down well, with the stage in Market Place being packed with people all afternoon.
Overall, the 2019 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was a great success. It was a well-organised and enjoyable event that had something for everyone.
The 2018 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was held on Saturday 24th November in Braintree Town Centre. The event started at 12pm noon with a variety of festive activities taking place, including live music, children's rides, face painting, and a Christmas market. The lights were officially switched on at 5.30pm by special guest, local radio presenter Martin Lambert.
The event was a huge success, with thousands of people attending to enjoy the festivities. The market was particularly popular, with stalls selling a variety of Christmas gifts, food, and drinks. The live music also went down well, with the stage in Market Place being packed with people all afternoon.
Overall, the 2018 Braintree Christmas Lights Switch On event was a great success. It was a well-organised and enjoyable event that had something for everyone.
