Preston Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors can experience miles of traditional festoons, larger-than-life tableaux, interactive features, laser technology, and projection shows along the seafront promenade. The display bathes the coastline with more than a million bulbs stretching from Starr Gate to Red Bank Road. Guests...

Crowds gather in Market Square to mark the start of the holiday season with the town's annual lights switch-on. Visitors can enjoy live music, dance performances, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the square. Festive market stalls also offer food and drink...

The Cathedral transforms into a festive wonderland filled with real trees hand-decorated by local schools, businesses, and community groups. Visitors can explore displays of various tree sizes and vote for their favourite decorated tree. Guests can also visit the Community...

Visitors can wander through illuminated artworks and light installations spread across Mesnes Park and multiple Wigan town centre venues. The festival showcases diverse art including Luke Jerram's Gaia, neon trails, laser harps, dancing fountains, and storytelling. Food and drink are...

Passengers take a return journey on a heritage steam train to see Father Christmas, his elves, and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. Children receive a gift from Santa along with a Christmas goody bag, while adults enjoy complimentary mince pies and...

Embark on a magical journey with the Ribble Steam Railway's Santa Specials. Families can create cherished memories aboard a warm, steam-heated carriage, enjoying festive fun and excitement. Father Christmas himself will visit each child on the train to present a...

This winter, Blackpool's Tower Festival Headland will be transformed into a breathtaking festive village. From late November through early January, visitors can immerse themselves in a magical holiday atmosphere. While specific details are still being unwrapped, the event promises a...