Newquay to enjoy three-day Christmas celebration with lights switch on

Newquay is set to sparkle this festive season as Newquay Town Council, Newquay BID and Cornwall Shop Small come together to host a spectacular three-day Christmas celebration from 28th to 30th November 2025 on the historic Killacourt.

The free event will feature the town's Christmas lights switch on, a bustling Christmas market, live music performances, and family entertainment.

The festivities commence on Friday 28th November with Newquay's traditional Christmas lights switch on ceremony at 6:45 pm accompanied by a dazzling fireworks display over the bay. The celebrations start at 3:00 pm with the opening of the Christmas market and bar featuring carol singing by Oll an Gwella, performances from Wicked Tribute and Bubbles the Pixie, finishing with an evening show by Forever Swift – a Taylor Swift Tribute act.

This year's Christmas tree has been generously sponsored by Boardmasters, the iconic surf and music festival. Saturday 29th November brings a full day of live music to the Christmas Market's entertainment area, showcasing exceptional local talent including Lowrie & Mark, Joe Hurworth, The Newqs, Bow River, and Josh Curnow. Visitors can also participate in a Wreath Making Workshop (booking required) while browsing unique gifts from local artisans.

The weekend culminates with Sunday 30th November's Family Festive Fun Day, packed with activities for all ages. Highlights include a Giant Snow Globe photo opportunity, a drop-in Children's Art Workshop, theatrical performances and Christmas storytelling by Café Petite, special festive visitors, and a Children's Christmas Disco to close the celebrations.

The Killacourt Christmas Market will feature carefully selected local vendors offering handcrafted gifts and decorations, festive food and seasonal treats, hot drinks including mulled wine, and unique Cornwall-made products perfect for Christmas shopping.

"I am thrilled with the lineup for this Christmas light switch-on spectacular, with some amazing entertainment from 15:30, brought to you by Newquay Town Council. I can't wait to see the Christmas tree in its prominent new spot on the Killacourt, which makes so much sense." said Councillor Drew Creek, Mayor of Newquay.

"Huge thanks go to our new events manager, Amy and partnership working with Mark from Newquay Bid. I will be there with Radio Newquay and special guest switching on the lights from 18:30 it's going to be a blast!"

Located in Newquay town centre, the Killacourt is easily accessible by foot, car, or public transport. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early during Friday evening's lights switch-on event due to expected crowds.

Newquay at Christmas has been part-funded by Experience Newquay, a project promoting Cornwall as a year-round destination. The initiative is supported by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Cornwall Council's Town Centre Revitalisation Fund.