Christmas Lights Switch On & Late Night Shopping

A day full of festive entertainment, stalls and much more!

  • Category: Family Fun
  • Date: 21 Nov 2026, 3:00pm-8:00pm
  • Cost: Free

Event details

The Christmas Lights Switch On and Late-Night Shopping event returns to the High Street, organised by Littlehampton Town Council with the involvement of the Littlehampton Business Forum. Town Mayor, Councillor Maralyn May, will switch on the new lights alongside the winner of the ‘Design the Mayor’s Christmas Card’ competition.

Expect live entertainment from The Littlehampton Academy Choir, Lancing Brass Band, Vintage Duo, Sussex Steel and the Churches’ Nativity. There will also be artisan gift stalls, street food, Cole’s Funfair rides and Father Christmas in his Grotto. Parking is free at the Manor House and St Martin’s car parks on the day.

Full event and Christmas Trail details are

Dates for this event

Day and time

Sat, 21 November 2026 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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