This year, there are two performance areas to enjoy: the main stage will return on Church Walk and added performances in Market Place Shopping. Both will feature a packed programme of performances from local singers, dancers, choirs, bands and schools throughout the day.
Around town, residents can enjoy walkabout entertainment from The Grinch, The Nutcrackers on Stilts, Frozen princesses, and, back by popular demand, the Outlanders characters.
On Church Walk, you’ll also find 14 local stallholders, face painting, crafts and a balloon artist to keep everyone entertained.
Santa’s Grotto will once again be provided by Central Sussex & Burgess Hill Rotary Clubs and Burgess Hill District Lions inside Market Place Shopping. No booking required for Saturday 22 November, but bookings for later sessions will open on 22 November via www.burgesshillsanta.as.me
Burgess Hill Creative Community team will also be joining the fun at their new location, The Hub (the former Millets unit), where they’ll be running three sessions of children’s crafts, including one dedicated to children with SEND.
The Help Point will be open throughout the day, hosting a free face painter and balloon artist 12 noon -4pm. Donations towards the Christmas Hamper Project are welcome and much appreciated. More information is available at https://www.burgesshill.gov.uk/town-community/christmas-hamper-project/
Town Mayor, Councillor Stuart Condie said “We look forward to welcoming residents to the Biggest Light Switch On event with a packed entertainment programme. Thank you to all the volunteers supporting on the day to help create a magical experience for our community.”
You can view the full 'It’s Christmas!' Programme, including timings and performer details, on our website: https://www.burgesshill.gov.uk/town-community/town-events/its-christmas-in-burgess-hill/ Printed copies are available from the Help Point. This year’s programme is kindly sponsored by Keymer Hall by Boutique Care Homes.
We’d also like to thank Mid Sussex District Council and Market Place Shopping for providing free parking at Cyprus Road Car Park and Market Place Shopping from 10am to 8pm.
Finally, don’t miss the Best Dressed Window Competition winners, announced on stage at 5pm.
Come along, bring your family and friends and celebrate the start of the Christmas season in Burgess Hill!
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Photo of performer 'Saved by The Band' Photo: Submitted
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Photo of performer 'Aimee Iris Music' Photo: Submitted
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Photo of performer 'Burgess Hill Marching Youth Band' Photo: Submitted
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Photo of walkabout entertainment 'The Nutcrackers on Stilts' Photo: Submitted