Ballot for Glasgow's Christmas light switch-on to open soon

The annual George Square event - which signifies the start of the festive season in Glasgow - will take place on Sunday, November 17. 

The event will run from 5pm to 7pm and is hosted by Glasgow Loves Christmas.

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People can apply for tickets to the free Christmas lights switch-on from Wednesday, October 2 until Sunday, October 6 on the Glasgow Life website. 

All details will be shared on the People Make Glasgow'S Facebook, Instagram, and X.

(Image: Image of Glasgow's Christmas light switch-on) Lucky ticket holders will be treated to a preview of the Pavilion’s hilarious panto Beauty and the Beastie, with cast members headlining a packed programme of merriment, including live music and sing-alongs.

Attendees will also see the City Chambers bathed in light during a 30-minute, state-of-the-art, lighting and projection show.

Glasgow’s Lord Provost, Jacqueline McLaren, said: “The nights may be getting darker, but they provide a stunning backdrop for Glasgow’s spectacular Christmas Lights.

"Our switching on ceremony is a firm favourite in our cultural calendar, marking the countdown to Christmas. Fairy lights and a beautiful projection show will illuminate the City Chambers every night from November 17.

"Welcoming everyone into the heart of the city this festive season.”

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Clyde 1 presenters George Bowie and Cassi Gillespie will again be hosting this year's event.

George Bowie said: “We have been involved with Glasgow’s Christmas lights switch on in George Square for many years and we still absolutely love it. It’s by far, one of my festive highlights.”

Cassi Gillespie added: “I love the fact that Glasgow’s Christmas lights switch on is still as popular now as it ever was. Good luck to everyone in the ballot. I can’t wait to be part of it again for 2024.”

For more details on Glasgow Loves Christmas, click HERE