The Big Switch-On in Diss

It’s that time of year again - come and join the festive celebrations in Diss Market Place from 12 noon until 6.00pm on Saturday 3rd December.

Stalls will include Debbie’s Donuts, Khushee Street Food, USA American Sweet Sensations, Harris’ Hog Roast, Florenco’s Coffee, The Bucket List, Ampersand Brewery, Flip and Sip and BB’s Bakery –plenty to indulge in! We’ll also have tombola stalls, glow lights, balloon sellers and Hope Church joining us. While you’re here, why not start your Christmas shopping and explore Diss’ lovely independent shops in the town, perfect for finding those unique Christmas gifts. For the kids, enjoy all the fun of the fair with Larry Gray at Mere’s Mouth and an afternoon of festive activities at The United Reformed Church (opp Aldi) from 1 – 6pm. The URC will be hosting Father Christmas in his Grotto, where every child will receive a gift. Take part in ‘Follow the Star’ and ‘Find the Stable’ activities with the wise men as they follow the star to Bethlehem - have a free cup of hot chocolate at Beth’s Inn and pick up a free Advent Activity Pack. Voice Squad will be performing on the forecourt from 2-3pm. Music lovers, you’re in for a treat! From 12 noon, Park Radio will be getting us into the Christmas spirit with all your festive favourite tunes and from 2.45pm, catch live performances from Serena Grant; Joe and Emma Aiken and our headliners ‘Reflections of Abba’. Led by The Salvation Army, Santa and Dinsdale will be transported along Mere Street to Diss Market Place from 5pm ready for the Christmas Lights Switch-On at 5.15pm. Switching on the lights this year will be Norfolk local and Britain’s Got Talent star Ben Langley, accompanied by the cast of The Corn Hall panto Sleeping Beauty, The Mayor of Diss and of course, Father Christmas.

All of the above could not be possible without our Sponsors – Beckford & Lewis Financial Planning Limited, Fonemagic, Gillings of Diss, Lexham Insurance, Lily & Rose Ladies Boutique, Pearce & Kemp Electrical Limited, Phoenix Events (East) Limited, Rosedale Funeral Service, Susan Whymark Funeral Service Limited, Travis Perkins, Upp Broadband and our volunteers who give their time tirelessly throughout the year planning this Big Event. Thank you so much for your support.

We hope you have a fantastic time and have a very Happy Christmas!

Diss Christmas Lights Sub-Committee