The Big Christmas Switch On in Dartford offers a host of live entertainment. The festive fun starts in the town centre with Orchard Theatre pantomime stars, including Joe Pasquale and Abbie Budden. There's also the Cohesion Plus Bhangra Santas, Milkshake's David Ribi, two choirs and Michael Bublé, Freddie Mercury and Taylor Swift tributes. With a Christmas market running all day, there's something for everyone.

Price
Free.

Date & Times
14th November 2026
10am-8pm
Entertainment at One Bell Corner: 10am
Main Stage Events: 2pm
Switch on: 5pm
Market: 10am-8pm.

Good To Know
 Don't miss all the Christmas fun in Dartford - see  Santa on Tour, visit Father Christmas at Santa's House, and enjoy the annual Carol Concert.

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Picture Credit: © Dartford Borough Council.

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