Edinburgh's Teviot Christmas light switch-on returns next week following building’s three-year renovation
Festive lights switch-up returns after three year break
Live music, festive performers and the launch of a new après-ski social hangout spot will accompany Edinburgh venue Teviot’s Christmas lights switch-on next week.
Santa is heading to Teviot on Friday, November 6, bringing his elves and some four-legged friends for a Christmas celebration filled with music, creativity and festive spectacle.
The Teviot Lights Switch-On event previously drew thousands of spectators to Bristo Square, and this year marks the event’s return following a three-year break while the historic city centre building was closed for renovations.
The free event begins at 4pm, with a brass band, carol singers and jazz band performing traditional favourites and Christmas covers. Live reindeer will join the celebrations, with Santa hats and candy canes being given away to help visitors get into the spirit.
At 7pm, Santa and his elves will lead the countdown to the Christmas lights switch-on joined by stilt performers and musicians in a parade-style celebration, followed by a DJ set and Christmas karaoke.
Vice president for activities and services at Teviot, Vasil T, said: “Teviot has always been about bringing people together and we can’t wait to welcome students, families and our Edinburgh neighbours, to join and celebrate the start of the festive season with us.
“It’s a chance to enjoy the talents of our student musicians, support local creativity and share that special moment when the Christmas lights come on.”
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Also, from Friday, November 6, Après Ski Social, a brand-new concept bringing the spirit of an Alpine hangout arrives at Union Social Garden, running throughout the winter months.