The festive season in Wimborne Minster will officially begin on Saturday 28 November 2026, with the town’s annual Christmas Lights Switch-On taking place in the Town Square from 12 noon to 6pm.
Residents and visitors are invited to join the celebrations and enjoy an afternoon of festive entertainment, with a fantastic programme of music, performances and family-friendly activities to get everyone into the Christmas spirit.
The event will be compered by Radio Wimborne and the entertainment will include performances from the Wimborne Quarterjacks Marching Band, local school and community choirs, with plenty to enjoy throughout the afternoon. The event will be concluded by a firing of muskets by the Wimborne Militia on the Minster Green at 5.15pm
The excitement will build towards the highlight of the day at 5pm, when the Town Mayor, Councillor Jeff Hart, will be joined by the winners of this year’s Christmas poster competition and the Mayors Scout, Junior Mayor and Junior Town Crier to switch on Wimborne’s Christmas lights.
The Mayor of Wimborne Minster, Councillor Jeff Hart, said:
“We’re really looking forward to welcoming residents and visitors to Wimborne Minster for our Christmas Lights Switch-On. It’s one of the highlights of the town’s festive calendar and a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, enjoy the entertainment and celebrate the start of Christmas.There’s always a fantastic atmosphere in the Square, and I hope as many people as possible will come along, support the event and join us for the big switch-on at 5pm.”
Wimborne Minster Town Council is delighted to be working with Slick Events Ltd and Radio Wimborne to bring the celebrations to the town.
So bring your family and friends, enjoy the festive atmosphere and join us in the heart of Wimborne Minster as we welcome the Christmas season in style!
Event details
- Date: Saturday 28 November 2026
- Time: 12 noon – 6pm
- Christmas Lights Switch-On: 5pm
- Location: Wimborne Minster Town Square
