Thousands expected at Bury St Edmunds Christmas Lights event
The Polar Bear returns with The Snow Lion for the 2026 Christmas Lights Event. Photo: Our Bury St Edmunds BID/Phil Morley.
Bury St Edmunds is gearing up for the return of its Christmas Lights event on Thursday, November 19, with a spectacular evening of festive entertainment, family activities and Christmas magic.
The free event runs from 3pm to 8pm, sponsored by Costa Coffee Bury St Edmunds, and will see the town’s Christmas lights illuminate the streets as dusk falls.
Among the highlights will be the return of the Snow Lion with the Red Queen and the Polar Bear, alongside opportunities to meet Santa and his elves with Bury St Edmunds Round Table, and The Snow Queen and Friends.
The Cornhill and Buttermarket will host charity and gift stalls, fairground rides and entertainment, while the stage will feature performances from local groups, choirs, schools and colleges throughout the afternoon and evening.
Organised by Our Bury St Edmunds BID, with support from Bury St Edmunds Town Council and ShopSafe, the event marks the official start of the festive season in the town.
Visitors can also make the most of Bury St Edmunds’ fantastic selection of independent shops, high street favourites, cafés, restaurants and pubs while enjoying the Christmas celebrations.
For full event details, visit: https://www.ourburystedmunds.com/events/christmas-lights/