Light Up Leigh-on-Sea This Christmas Friday 28th November

October 23, 2025

To start the festive season Leigh-on-sea will be getting in the spirit on Friday 28th November with its festive lights switch on and events galore.

Here’s what’s in store:

Santa’s Grotto with the Leigh Lions

Carols in the Library Gardens (with Belfair’s Choir under the twinkling lights!)

Children’s activities at the Community Centre (to be pre-booked more details coming soon)

Mince pies, mulled wine & live entertainment at the Community Centre

Folk & Bespoke Artisan Market - Lower Hall

Late night shopping — with live music & festive cheer & more throughout Central Leigh for participating shops!

Mark your calendars — it’s going to be the Christmas celebration of the year!

If you are a shop owner and would like to be involved please email us at: ctevents@leighonseatowncouncil.gov.uk