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Christmas Lights Switch-On in Newcastle 2026
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Christmas Lights Switch-On in Newcastle 2026

Newcastle switches on its Christmas lights on Thursday 12 November 2026 at Grey's Monument. It is free with no tickets, a week before the Christmas Market opens. Here is where to stand, how to get there and what is still to be announced.

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