Peterborough reveals 2026 Christmas festive schedule

Peterborough has announced its schedule of Christmas festivities for 2026. The city's main Christmas lights switch-on is scheduled for Friday, 20 November, at Cathedral Square. The event will feature live music and entertainment hosted by Boomerang Radio, with festivities running from approximately 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Additional holiday activities include the Queensgate light switch-on on 21 November, with events beginning at 11:30 am. Queensgate will also provide free parking from 5:00 pm every evening throughout December. Furthermore, St John's Church in Cathedral Square will host Christmas Fairs on 28 November and 5 December.