Light Switch-On Events
Visitors can browse festive markets at Ossett Town Hall to purchase holiday gifts and enjoy delicious street food and drinks. Local musicians and performers take the main stage throughout the afternoon, with funfair rides and a giant snowglobe for children to explore. The community celebration builds up to the official illumination of the town centre.
What to Expect
Festive market stalls, funfair rides, live music, and a giant snowglobe.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Wakefield Council
Food & Drink
Street food and drinks are available at the event.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-centred
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free event.
- Hours: 12:00 - 19:00.
- Parking: There are numerous off-street and on-street car parking spaces in Ossett Town Centre.
- Accessibility: Step-free and wheelchair accessible with Blue Badge parking spaces and an accessible port-aloo.
- Pets: Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the event.
Tips & Advice
- Use a Council-owned off-road long-stay car park, where you get up to two hours of free parking.
- Make your way to the main stage ahead of the official light switch-on so you are in place when the town centre lights up.
- Dress warmly, as the markets and stage carry on outdoors as the sun sets and into the evening.
- Keep any medicines you need with you, because there is no secure storage for medicines on site.
- If you need help, look for staff in Hi-Vis or Wakefield Council uniform marked 'EVENT STAFF', who can take you to the medical tent.
Special Events & Promotions
- Up to two hours of free parking in all Council-owned off-road long-stay car parks.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do?
Traders at the festive markets offer a wide range of goodies for your Christmas shopping. Local performers are on the main stage, there's street food and drink, and partners run fringe activities, all leading up to the official light switch-on.
Is there anything for kids?
Yes. There are funfair rides and a giant snowglobe for children to enjoy.
Is there free parking?
Yes. Visitors get up to two hours of free parking in all Council-owned off-road long-stay car parks. There are also Blue Badge spaces in Wakefield Council car parks.
How do I find help on the day?
Staff, security and first aiders wear Hi-Vis or Wakefield Council uniform with 'EVENT STAFF' on the back. They can direct you to the medical tent or call a medic to you.
Are there other light events nearby?
Yes. Wakefield Council also runs Light Up Wakefield, with a light art trail and an illuminated parade. There are also light switch-ons in Castleford and Pontefract.
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