Celebrate Christmas in Luton town centre
Get ready for Luton town centre to come alive with a vibrant five week programme of festive activities for the whole family to enjoy the build up to Christmas 2025.
Luton lights up for Christmas
Join us for Luton’s annual light switch-on, sponsored by Luton Rising, with an afternoon packed full of live music and entertainment across the town centre in partnership with Luton BID and Luton Point.
When: Saturday 22 November
Where: George Street
Time: 2 to 6.30pm
Cost: Free
Find out more about Luton lights up for Christmas
Santa’s sleigh visit
Grab a magical festive family photo and say hello to the elves as Santa’s sleigh stops off in town.
When: Saturday 29 November
Where: Market Hill
Time: 11am to 6pm
Cost: Free
Reindeer on Market Hill
Meet real-life reindeer in the town centre, snap a photo and even feed them, courtesy of Luton BID.
When: Sunday 7 December
Where: Market Hill
Time: 11am to 2pm
Cost: Free
Hunt the hamper
Follow the clues, find the stickers, and complete your card for a chance to win our Christmas Hamper! Start at the Luton BID gazebo and explore the town centre’s spooky trail of shops, first to finish wins the hamper.
When: Saturday 6 December
Where: Luton Point
Time: 10am to 12pm and 12.30pm to 2.30pm (or until the hampers are found)
Cost: Free
Christmas in Hat Gardens
Meet our giant walkabout performers and listen to live music from local artists. Write your letter to Santa and send it to the North Pole in our post box.
When: Saturday 13 December
Where: Bute Street
Time: 2 to 6pm
Cost: Free
Carols by the globe
Step inside a giant snow globe and sing along to Christmas carols with Music 24 Community Choir. Warm up with a delicious cup of hot chocolate, available to purchase, presented by Luton BID.
When: Saturday 20 December
Where: St George’s Square
Time: Snow globe 10am to 4pm with Carols 11am to 2pm
Cost: Free
See what else is happening around the town on Step Forward Luton’s what’s on guide.
Countdown to Christmas at Luton Point
Join the festive celebrations in Central Square, courtesy of Luton Point, with free family fun from 11am to 5pm every weekend from 22 November, and daily from 20 December to Christmas Eve!
- Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November
Step into the Bauble Arena and get creative with bauble decorating – perfect for little hands and big imaginations - Saturday 29 November
Peppa Pig will be making personal appearances at intervals between 11am and 5pm. - Sunday 30 November
SpongeBob SquarePants will be making personal appearances at intervals between 11am and 5pm. Plus, all weekend long, Father Christmas will make appearances and give out free festive gifts - Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December
Join in the fun with Luton Point Christmas family bingo. Prizes, laughter and festive cheer for the whole family - Saturday 13 December
Celebrate the season at the Luton Point Christmas concert, a heartwarming celebration featuring local performers - Sunday 14 December
Boogie into the holidays at the Luton Point Christmas disco – fun for all ages - Saturday 20 to Wednesday 24 December
Visit Mrs Claus’ gingerbread kitchen – decorate a sweet treat and take home a delicious memory
Plus, don’t miss Luton Point’s magical Christmas trail! Explore the centre and discover festive surprises along the way.