Andy Bennett from Ocean Colour Scene headlining Wrexham’s Christmas Lights Switch On

Wrexham’s christmas tree is set to arrive next week, to allow time for decorations to be setup ready for the Christmas Lights Switch On on the 18th.

The 18th November will see a Festive Fun Day on Queen’s Square with a festive fairground and stalls from 11am. Brass bands will be performing around the tree throughout the day, including Wrexham Brass Band, Wrexham Concert Band and Bellevue Community Band.

Other activities include a Lantern Making Workshop – 11.00am Onwards (You will need to register for this workshop through the Nightingale House Website) and the ever popular carols around the tree 4.00pm – 4.20pm

The Lantern parade starts in Queen’s Square and finishes in Eagles Meadow. The lantern walk will illuminate the city centre with the Christmas lights being switched on as the parade passes through each street.

Lantern Walk Route:

There is a large Staged Finale Event at Eagles Meadow – 5.00pm – 7.00pm as Eagles Meadow’s “Christmas Light Switch On” event starts at 3.00pm, those taking part in the Lantern Parade will be lead into Eagles Meadow at around 5.00pm.

British music legend Andy Bennett from Ocean Colour Scene will be headlining this year’s Eagles Meadow event, turning the city into a winter wonderland of music and lights.

Organisers say, “Andy Bennett, known for his timeless hits and electrifying live performances, will take the stage to create an unforgettable night of holiday magic. His iconic sound, blending rock and pop, will set the perfect mood for the festive season, alongside Dene Michaels Black Lace and Oceanic.

“The event commencing at 3pm at Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre will also be joined by Premier Radio, who have been awarded “Best Community Radio Station in Wales 2023” in the British Made Awards. Spectators will also be able to enjoy the excellent and show-stopping dance troupe Urban Fusion, who performed back in July at Eagles Meadow’s Wrexham Summer Fashion Festival and Freestyle Hip Hop Dancers from Avant Cymru.”

“Wrexham Lager will also be at the event providing additional refreshments alongside other festive pop up stalls.”

Centre Manager, Josh Price, said “We are delighted to be hosting, yet another exciting free-to-attend family event here at Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre and we would like to thank all of our tenants for their continued support here within the centre, which includes the likes of JD, River Island, ODEON, The Entertainer, Trespass, Pandora, Clogau, Next, Tenpin, Nandos, just to name a few”

Cllr Nigel Williams, Lead Member for Economy and Regeneration, said, “This promises to be a fantastic event and staff have worked hard along with our partners to ensure a magical start to the Festive Season.

“I hope as many families and visitors can join us to support the event and local businesses in the city centre.

“We are pleased to be supporting the Nightingale House hospice fundraising as it’s such a deserving essential charity within Wrexham.

“Also a special thanks to Eagles Meadow for hosting the grand finale concert.”