Christmas light trails, light switch-ons and other light events in Cornwall 2024

Welcome to our guide to the stunning light trails, mesmerizing light displays, and enchanting light-themed events across Cornwall! Whether you’re a local resident or visiting this beautiful region, Cornwall offers a truly unique experience when it comes to celebrating the magic of light. From glittering winter festivals to immersive light art installations and dazzling illuminated trails, there's something for everyone. Let us take you on a journey through the best light events that will brighten your day and leave you in awe. Explore, enjoy, and get ready to be inspired by the vibrant and captivating world of light in Cornwall!

 

 

 

Christmas Light Switch Ons in Cornwall

(dates are subject to change depending on weather situations - keep an eye on local social media for details)

 

Truro - 22nd November 2024

Falmouth - 28th November 2024

Bodmin - 29th November 2024

Wadebridge - 29th November 2024

Newquay - 29th November 2024

Padstow - 30th November 2024

Liskeard - 30th November 2024

St Austell - 30th November 2024

Redruth - 30th November 2024

Polperro -  30th November 2024

Angarrack - 1st December 2024

Tregony - 1st December 2024

St Ives - 2nd December

Mevagissey - 7th December 2024

Mousehole - 12th December 2024 to 5th January

 

Other light themed events

 

22nd November 2024 to 2nd January 2025

Heligan Night Garden

Journey through the magical garden trail exploring woodlands and gardens beautifully lit with installations and lanterns.  Discover glittering tunnels of light, trees alight with jewels and enchanting larger-than-life wildlife lanterns celebrating the Heligan gardens and estate.

 

 

6th to 31st December

Tunnel of Lights 2024: Last Christmas

Shipwreck Treasure Museum, Charlestown

Winter wonderland experience with a tunnel of lights and opportunity to step into the Giant Snow Globe for a family photo for the last time

 

 

Selected dates from 29th November to 15th December

Winter Lights at Trengwainton

Trengwainton

Stroll through the walled gardens and orchard lit by these creative lanterns and hundreds of fairy lights.  Make a Christmas wish by hanging a bauble on the wishing tree and gather your family for a picture.  Christmas crafts in the bookshop.  REfreshements in the café.

 

 

From 12th December 2024 to 5th January 2025

Mousehole Lights

Mousehole

Illuminations around the harbour – see the website for details

 

Selected evenings from 22nd November 2024

Immersive Christmas Lights Experience at Eden Project

Eden Project

All-new lights and soundscape experience on selected evenings.  Explore the biomes as they are transformed into a twinkling night-time wonderland - entry is only guaranteed with a pre-booked time slot

 

Dates TBC

Newlyn Harbour Lights

Newlyn

Illuminations around Newlyn – see website for details

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