MALDON Town Council has announced details of Light Up Maldon 2026, which will take place in the High Street, on Thursday 26 November from 5pm to 9pm, including the Christmas lights switch on at 6pm.

Town Centre shops are being encouraged to host stalls outside their premises, with other local traders, community groups, crafts and charities lining the High Street.

There will be a range of entertainment including popular children's festive mascots, children's rides, Santa's Grotto, school and church choirs, Salvation Army Brass Band and other street entertainment as well as headline acts on the main stage.

The highlight of the evening will be the much-anticipated Christmas Lights Switch-On at 6pm, with the Town Mayor and special guests officially illuminating Maldon for the festive season with new light displays!

Maldon Town Mayor, Cllr James Burrell-Cook, said "Light Up Maldon is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our town's vibrant community spirit and showcase the fantastic local businesses, independent retailers, hospitality venues and cottage industries that make Maldon so special. We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors to enjoy the festive atmosphere, support local businesses and take advantage of some evening Christmas shopping. Make sure you save the date and join us for Light Up Maldon – a fantastic way to begin the Christmas season!"

Maldon District Council has confirmed that there will be free car parking from 4pm onwards in Butt Lane, White Horse Lane, Friary Fields and Prom Car Parks.

Further details about headline entertainment and Santa's Grotto will be announced soon.

Town Centre shops will again be invited to enter the traditional window display celebration, this year there will be a prize for the best window display donated by a local business with more details to follow shortly.

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For further information, visit www.maldontowncouncil.gov.uk/christmas or call 01621 857373. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @lightupmaldon for the latest news.