Hull’s Christmas lights will be switched on in Queen Victoria Square, signalling the start of the festive season 2025!
This year the Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull Councillor Cheryl Payne and The Hull Boy- Marcus Skeet (Pride of Britain Award Winner 2025), along with a special guest from the North Pole will turn on the lights, transforming Hull city centre for the festive season.
Entertainment will get under way at 5.30pm, with DJ Darren Lethem returning as host on Hull City Hall balcony to introduce live performers from State of the Arts Academy, including Dave Walkington, Russ Fallon, Alex from Venus and X-Factor’s Samantha. The MICE choir and Little Darlings Princess Parties will also perform live.
Schedule for the evening:
🎤 5:30pm – Live acts take to the stage
🎅 6:45pm – The big Christmas Lights Switch-On! followed by a sparkling firework display over Queen Victoria Square (weather dependent)
🎵 Live music continues until 7:10pm
Wrap up warm, bring your festive cheer, and join us for the start of Hull’s Christmas celebrations!
Dates
| Date | Time | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Nov 2025 | 5:30pm | £0 - £0 |
Venue Details
QUEEN VICTORIA SQUARE,
Carr Lane,
Hull,
HU1 3RA
The heart of Hull City Centre. Head to Queen Victoria Square if you want to visit Hull City Hall, the Maritime Museum or Ferens Art Gallery.
Facilities
Accessible Toilets
Changing Places Toilet