Wellingborough town centre will be adorned in Christmas lights next month as people are invited to an evening of live entertainment, family fun, market stalls and more.

The Wellingborough Twinkle, organised by Wellingborough Town Council, starts at 1pm on Saturday, November 21, and promises a fantastic programme of entertainment for residents and visitors of all ages, including live music, street entertainment, market stalls and Santa’s Grotto, all to officially welcome the Christmas season in the town.

A spokesperson for Wellingborough Town Council said: “We’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone to Wellingborough Twinkle this November. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy some fantastic entertainment and celebrate the start of the festive season.

“With live performances, market stalls, family activities and our Christmas Light Switch-On, there will be plenty to see and do. We’d encourage residents to come along, support our local traders and join us in making it a brilliant festive occasion for Wellingborough.

Wellingborough Twinkle start at 1pm on November 21, with the switch-on taking place at 6pm.

placeholder image — Wellingborough Twinkle start at 1pm on November 21, with the switch-on taking place at 6pm.

"With something for everyone to enjoy, Wellingborough Twinkle is the perfect opportunity to support local traders, enjoy some festive entertainment and get into the Christmas spirit ahead of the busy holiday season.”

Performances from Redwell Primary School Choir, NMPAT, Dynamix Dance Company, Busketeer Choir, Kpop Kweenz, Castle Theatre, TXRNER and a Bruno Mars tribute act will make up the live shows, with fireworks and the all-important lights switch-on taking place at 6pm.