# Christmas Lights Switch-On

- Place: London, United Kingdom (51.5074, -0.1278)
- Published: 2026-11-07T12:10:41.238Z · expires 2026-11-14T12:10:41.238Z
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Thousands gathered in London to celebrate the city's Christmas lights switch-on, per Africanews.

The event marked the beginning of the holiday season with festive displays and community activities, as reported by euronews.

The city’s festive preparations are part of a broader UK-wide celebration, with similar events in other major cities.

## Sources

- [UK: Thousands gather as London switches on its Christmas lights](https://www.africanews.com/2026/11/06/uk-thousands-gather-as-london-switches-on-its-christmas-lights/) · africanews.com · 2026-11-06
- [Video. UK: Thousands gather as London switches on its Christmas lights](https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/11/06/uk-thousands-gather-as-london-switches-on-its-christmas-lights) · euronews.com · 2026-11-06