Stirling Christmas Lights Switch On
Note: the 2026 date is not yet officially confirmed – please check with the organiser before visiting.
When21 November 2026
WhereFK8 1DN Stirling
TypeEvent
Stirling's Christmas lights switch-on marks the start of the city's festive season in the city centre, with entertainment and family activities leading up to the illumination of the Christmas lights. It forms part of Stirling's wider festive programme.
Events in the wider area
Winterlight
Stirling · under 1 km · 27–31 December 2026
Hogmanay Midnight Fireworks: Stirling Castle
Stirling · under 1 km · 31 December 2026
Celtic Connections
Glasgow · 34 km · 14–31 January 2027
Glasgow Christmas Market at St Enoch Square
Glasgow · 35 km · 6 November – 24 December 2026
Perth Christmas Lights Switch-On
Perth · 44 km · 21–22 November 2026
Edinburgh Oktoberfest
Edinburgh · 49 km · 8–10 October 2026
Edinburgh's Hogmanay
Edinburgh · 50 km · 29 December 2026 – 1 January 2027
Edinburgh's Christmas
Edinburgh · 50 km · 14 November 2026 – 4 January 2027