Christmas in Peterborough is magical. From counting down our Christmas lights to shopping at the craft market stalls and attending our annual wreath laying service, there is always something on for the whole family.
Save this page so that you can find out how to join us for some festive fun and cheer at various events across the city. We'll be updating this page throughout the merry season.
Peterborough City Council Christmas events 2025
Peterborough's Christmas tree arrival
Christmas celebrations began on Monday 17 November when Peterborough's Cathedral Square Christmas tree arrived.
Peterborough Christmas lights switch-on
3,2,1 - The official Peterborough Christmas lights switch-on was on Friday 21 November. Eastenders and Only Fools and Horses star, Steven Woodcock began the countdown at 7pm with a little help from Father Christmas and Councillor Judy Fox, Mayor of Peterborough.
The family friendly event ran from 4:45pm until 7:30pm with incredible live music showcasing talent from across the city.
Acts:
- Peterborough Rock Choir
- Lucy's Pop Choir
- The Peterborough Cathedral Choir
- Thomas Dunleavy
- Chanel Hughes
- Peterborough Performing Arts
- The Cast of the Cresset Pantomime - Beauty and the Beast
- Teddi The Drag Queen as Mrs Claus with her elves Coco and Chanel
- Eddie Nash with the Get Down
- Peeby and Peter Burrows
- Father Christmas
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