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Christmas in Peterborough

Christmas in Peterborough is magical. From Christmas shopping at the craft market stalls to taking a selfie with the Santa sleigh and tucking into tasty food, there is always something on for the whole family.

Peterborough Christmas lights

Save this page to come and join us for some festive fun and cheer at various events across the city in 2025. Christmas in Peterborough offers a chance to celebrate with your nearest and dearest while getting involved with a whole host of jolly activities.

The city centre was turned into a winter wonderland at the official Christmas lights switch-on. The event started at 5pm with the Christmas lights switch-on at 7pm on the 22 November 2024 at Cathedral Square.

The lights were switched on by Father Christmas himself, accompanied by Cheryl Fergison (Heather from Eastenders) and Councillor Marco Cereste, Mayor of Peterborough.

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Last updated: 25 September 2025