BIDEFORD, IT’S TIME TO SPARKLE ✨
SAVE THE DATE — Sunday 29th November 2026
A brand-new festive concept is arriving on The Quay, Bideford.
This Christmas, the town will be transformed for an unforgettable day of lights, atmosphere and celebration as we launch a completely new-style Bideford Christmas Light Switch-On — bigger, brighter and more magical than ever before.
Expect a glowing riverside setting filled with festive food, artisan stalls, live entertainment, roaming characters and family fun — all building towards that unforgettable moment when Bideford lights up for Christmas.
A brand-new experience for 2026 organised by Bideford Town Council and Miss Ivy Events
A sparkling waterfront celebration
Music, magic and festive entertainment
Food, drink and seasonal treats
A moment the whole town shares together
This is more than a switch-on…
It’s the beginning of a brand-new Christmas tradition for Bideford.
Check this page for updates!
