Join the Cheltenham Trust for a magical lights switch-on event at Pittville Pump Room, featuring free live music, entertainment, festive market and festive food and drinks. There will also be children’s entertainment and beloved characters to delight the whole family.

The forecast may be wet, but the festive fun will go on! Enjoy a free day of Christmas cheer inside Pittville Pump Room from 11am to 6pm. There’s something for everyone, so bring your family and friends to enjoy the magic of the season with The Cheltenham Trust.

Here’s what’s happening throughout the day:

11am: Christmas Market opens.All Day: Enjoy festive treats at the food and drink fair, including mulled wine and mince pies

12pm–1pm: DJ Rob playing Christmas favourites.

1pm–2pm (on stage): Live music with Joe Wheldon performing a mix of hits and Christmas classics.

2pm–5.30pm (Oval Room): Party Peeps with music, foam machines, and plenty of dancing

2.15pm–3.15pm (on stage): Christmas and pop tunes by Tommy Lewis

2.30pm–5.30pm (East Room): Meet and greet with Father Christmas, Princesses, and the Snowman

3.30pm–4pm (on stage): A special performance by the Princesses and the Snowman

5.30pm: Christmas tree lights switched on

6pm: Christmas Market and event close

Please visit the information desk in the foyer to register for the meet and greet. You can sign up for the Princess and Santa meet-and-greet in the East Room and the Party Peeps session in the Oval Room. You will be assigned a timed slot and given a slip of paper confirming your time.

Saturday 23rd November
11am - 6pm