Family, Festivals, Music
Dartford Big Christmas Switch On 2026
Free festive day in Dartford town centre, 14 November 2026: Brewery Square stage, panto stars, a market until 8pm and the lights on at about 5pm.
About this event
Dartford’s Big Christmas Switch On brings High Street entertainment from 10am at One Bell Corner, main stage acts in Brewery Square from 2pm, a special market on the High Street until 8pm and giveaways in the shopping centres. Line-up includes Cohesion Plus Bhangra Santas, the Orchard Theatre Choir and Ukulele Group, Fleet 2 Signing Choir, tribute acts and pantomime stars including Joe Pasquale. The lights go on at around 5pm; final times are confirmed nearer the day.
Accessibility
The council asks anyone needing additional space or with accessibility needs to email leisure.services@dartford.gov.uk in advance.