Even though Christmas seems to start earlier each year, it never truly gets going until the Christmas lights come on. Here are some of the best Christmas lights to brighten up those long winter nights. Make sure to grab our GroupSave deal if you’re travelling in a group of three or more adults and save a third on your train tickets.
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Oxford Street Christmas lights
Switches on 5 November 2024
Recycling last year’s dazzling 300,000 dangling stars display, the world-famous Oxford Street lights are still a must for a truly Christmassy experience down the iconic street. This year, the shopping destination has partnered with Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) Charity, which helps seriously ill children at GOSH. Those hundreds of thousands of bulbs will combine to light up the stretch with 5,000 stars.
Nearest c2c station: Fenchurch Street then Central Line to Oxford Circus
Carnaby Street Christmas lights
Switches on 7 November 2024
Carnaby street is always alive with energy, and its famous Christmas lights only amplify the magic. This year’s theme, ‘Into the Light,’ marks a bold evolution in London’s festive light displays. Featuring 60,000 LEDs and innovative programmatic lighting, the installation creates a dynamic and immersive experience with sculptural light forms up to six meters long. Entirely powered by green energy, the installation is designed to last at least five years, setting a new standard for sustainable festive displays.
Nearest c2c station: Fenchurch Street then Central Line to Oxford Circus
Regent Street Christmas lights
Switches on 7 November 2024
Make your Christmas shopping this year even more festive as you walk along the iconic Regent Street. Stretching across the entire street and illuminating the luxury shops, these lights will be switched on from 2pm to midnight to make the displays more eco-friendly.
Nearest c2c station: Fenchurch Street then Central Line to Oxford Circus
Southend Christmas lights
Switches on 16 November 2024
It’s back and bigger than ever! The Southend-on-Sea Christmas switch-on is unlike anything else, complete with cluster of live performances and festive activities across a four-day extravaganza. These diverse performances will embrace many of the cultural and community groups and will be rounded off by a wholesome festive sing-along. Be sure not to miss this one.
Nearest c2c station: Southend Central
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