Light Up the Park
Welcome in the festive season by joining us on Saturday 7th November from 4.30pm to 8.30pm for our much anticipated Light Up the Park Christmas event!
Enjoy late-night shopping, an enchanting evening of free family fun, including roaming entertainers, Christmas light switch-on, fireworks and memorable moments of merriment.
🎅 10am – Santa’s Grotto Opens
Be among the first to experience our brand-new Santa’s Grotto as it opens for the season. Little ones can meet Father Christmas and share their Christmas wishes.
🎄 4:30pm – The Festivities Begin
The park comes alive with festive cheer as our evening celebrations start off in style with roaming entertainment for the whole family. Get ready to see the mischievous Grinch, Buddy the Elf, The Gingerbread Man, Elf saxophone performers, Cracking Christmas carolers & more.
🎤 5pm onwards – Live Entertainment with Steve & Karen
Popular hosts Steve and Karen return to Light Up the Park, bringing plenty of festive fun, laughter and excitement as they lead the celebrations throughout the evening.
🎄 6.30pm – Christmas Light Switch-On & Spectacular Fireworks Display
Watch Dalton Park transform into a festive wonderland during our magical Christmas Light Switch-On and 10 minute firework display.
🛍️ Until 8.30pm – Late Night Shopping & Dining
Browse your favourite stores, open late until 8.30pm, and get a head start on your Christmas shopping with savings of up to 70% off. Our cafés and restaurants will also be open late, making it easy to refuel and soak up the festive atmosphere.
Please note, we expect our Christmas event to be very popular. We do advise customers to plan your journey accordingly and use public transport or come on foot where possible. Bus routes can be found here: https://www.dalton-park.co.uk/getting-here





