Christmas lights switch on’s in Kidderminster, Stourbridge and Surrounding areas
Here is the Raring2go! round-up of Christmas lights switch-ons in Kidderminster, Stourbridge and surrounding areas, taking place in 2026.
It’s nearly time to get into the festive spirit! From Christmas markets and live entertainment to parades, fairground rides and, of course, the big light switch-ons, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy some festive family fun.
I’ve pulled together the dates and details we have so far to help you plan your festive outings. Please check the links for the latest information, as event details and timings may be subject to change.
Do you know of a Christmas lights switch-on we’ve missed? I’d love to hear about it! Email me at kidderminster@raring2go.co.uk and I’ll add it to the guide. Sharing is caring after all!
Kidderminster
Saturday 14th November
3pm – 9pm
Lights switch on at 5.30pm
Kidderminster’s Christmas celebrations return to the town centre with live entertainment, market stalls and funfair rides. Organised by Kidderminster Town Council and Kidderminster BID, it’s a great opportunity to get together and kick-start the festive season. (You can also head to kidderminster Library first to do a Christmas themed craft).
Find out more – Wyre Forest What’s On
Dudley
Saturday 14th November
10am – 5pm
Lights switch on at 5pm
Families can enjoy a seasonal market, stage entertainment and funfair rides, alongside an interactive giant snow globe, face painting, balloon modelling and The Grinch! There’ll also be street entertainers to keep everyone entertained.
Find out more – Dudley Council
Stourport
Friday 20th November
Parade starts at 6pm
Lights switch on at 6pm
Stourport’s popular Three Kings Parade and Christmas Lights Switch-On returns!
The parade will assemble in the car park behind the Civic Centre between 5.15pm and 5.30pm, before setting off at 6pm.
The parade route takes in New Street, High Street, Lion Hill and York Street before returning to the Civic Centre.
In addition there will be a Christmas Carol Service followed by a firework display at around 7.15pm.
Please be aware that road closures will be in place during the event.
Three Kings Parade and Christmas Lights Switch-On – Stourport Town Council
Stourbridge
Saturday 21st November
9am – 5.30pm
Lights switch on at 5pm
Families can enjoy a seasonal market, stage entertainment and funfair rides, alongside the entertaining Ski Sunday walkabout act, stilt walkers and music from the Heavy Beat Brass Band. Look out for the polar bear and explorer roaming around the town too!
There’s also the opportunity to enjoy a special festive story with Father Christmas at Stourbridge Town Hall (separate ticket required* – see booking details below).
*Storytime with Father Christmas | Stourbridge Town Hall
Stourbridge Christmas Lights Switch-On – Dudley Council
or
Stourbridge Christmas Lights Switch-On 2026 – Stourbridge BID
Bewdley
Saturday 21st November
12pm – 7pm
Lights switch on at 5.30pm
Bewdley Town Council is bringing festive magic to the town with a full day of family entertainment.
Expect live music and performances, roaming entertainers, a festive market on Load Street, funfair rides and Father Christmas’s grotto.
There will also be free parking and a shuttle bus service, with parking available at Bewdley School and Hopley’s Family Camping.
Christmas Lights Switch-On – Bewdley Town Council
Hagley
Saturday 21st November
From 4pm
Lights switch-on time TBC
Join the village community in Hagley to celebrate the start of the festive season as the Christmas lights are switched on.
Yule Be Glad You Picked This Up – Bromsgrove District Council
Halesowen
Saturday 21st November
11am – 5.30pm
Lights switch on at 5pm
Halesowen town centre will be celebrating with a day of festive entertainment, to include a seasonal market, stage entertainment and funfair rides.
Families can also enjoy activities in St John’s Church and Life Central Church.
Plus there will be pop up street entertainers, stilt walkers and more.
Halesowen Christmas Lights Switch-On – Dudley Council
Kingswinford
Friday 27th November
4pm – 7pm
Lights switch-on time TBC
Join the festivities in Kingswinford town centre, with stalls, live entertainment, Santa’s grotto, food, face painting, Christmas fayre and rides.
Kingswinford Christmas Lights Switch-On – Dudley Community Information Directory
Brierley Hill
Saturday 28th November
12pm – 4.30pm
Lights switch on at 4pm
Families can enjoy a seasonal market, stage entertainment and funfair rides, alongside a circus workshop, face painting and festive crafts with The Grinch!
There’ll also be a giant snow globe, Ski Sunday walkabout entertainment and street entertainers to keep everyone amused.
Brierley Hill Christmas Lights Switch-On – Dudley Council
Wordsley
Saturday 5th December
4pm – 7pm
Lights switch-on time TBC
Head to Wordsley Green Shopping Centre for the annual Christmas lights switch-on, with stalls, music, a funfair, Santa and more.
Wordsley Christmas Lights Switch-On – Dudley Community Information Directory
Have we missed any?
Remember to let us know about any other Christmas lights switch-ons in Kidderminster, Stourbridge and surrounding areas that we’ve missed!
Email Lucy at Kidderminster@raring2go.co.uk and we’ll add them to the guide.
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Last updated: 9th November 2026.
Please note timings/details may change.
