The BIG Switch on
An event for members of the public to signify the start of Christmas shopping period in the City Centre and see the switching-on of our Christmas lights across the BID Area.
What is the project:
An event for members of the public to signify the start of Christmas shopping period in the City Centre and see the switching-on of our Christmas lights across the BID Area.
Who does it benefit:
Retail and leisure businesses primarily, creating a positive and vibrant buzz in the City Centre during the busy shopping period and encouraging shoppers to make Cambridge their destination of choice.
Project status:
This is an ongoing project, which the BID will deliver each year.
How do you get involved:
Email Jenny Granshaw jenny.granshaw@cambridgebid.co.uk 01223 903300.
Switch On 2026
The Big Switch On at Market Square
On Sunday 15th November, we head to Market Square to turn on the city centre lights!
The annual Big Switch On kicks off Christmas season in Cambridge, and we’ll have our sterling presenter Josh Lovatt commanding the stage, and promising to entertain the crowds from midday. There will be a lively line up from local performing musicians, dance groups, choirs and much much more!
For up-to-date information and the schedule of performers, please follow Love Cambridge on Facebook and Instagram.
Christmas Lights Switch On at Cambridge station
On Thursday 12th November we will officially turn on the lights at Cambridge Train Station.
Join Josh Lovatt to switch on the lights and officially kick off Christmas in the CB1 area. Starting at around 4.30pm, Josh will be bringing his decks and party tunes (and maybe the odd Christmas song) to the Station and asking you to help celebrate the start of Christmas.
