Date set for Doncaster town's annual Christmas lights switch on

A feast of festive fun is coming to Mexborough

The countdown is on to a Doncaster town’s Christmas lights switch on.

Mexborough is gearing up for its annual festive celebration with the upcoming illuminations event.

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Organised by the Mexborough Events Committee inclusive (MECi), the highly anticipated community gathering is scheduled for Thursday, 26 November from 4pm to 7pm.

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The event marks the official start of the Christmas season in the town and visitors can look forward to a vibrant evening filled with

  • The main lights switch-on ceremony
  • Seasonal treats and stalls
  • Live entertainment and performers, including snow fairy stilt walkers, face painting, balloon modelling a DJ and a special appearance from Santa Claus
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