Maidstone Christmas Light Switch On
Jubilee Square, Maidstone · 19 November 2026
Image: One MaidstoneMaidstone's town centre lights are switched on in Jubilee Square, organised by the One Maidstone business group. A stage hosted by KM features a line-up of acts, the Mayor attends and Santa makes an appearance. Times are still to be announced, so check the organiser's page nearer the date.
Highlights
- Live stage hosted by KM
- Visit from Santa
- Official switch-on with the Mayor
Good to know
- Jubilee Square is beside Maidstone Town Hall in the High Street
Getting there
Jubilee Square, Jubilee Square, High Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1SA
Get directionsChecked on 15 October 2026 against onemaidstone.com, visitmaidstone.com. Details change, so please confirm with the organiser before you travel. How we check
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