Is it too early for Christmas light switch ons? You have your say
This week saw Newcastle turn on its Christmas lights - but is it too early for the yearly tradition?
This week saw Newcastle turn on its Christmas lights.
The event for 2025 saw live entertainment from 6pm until just after 7pm on Thursday, November 6.
Famous faces came in the form of Joe McElderry, who is once again paritipating in the Theatre Royal’s pantomime this year, as well as local radio stars Steve and Karen.
The light switch on traditionally starts the festive period in Newcastle, with the Christmas market kicking off on Saturday, November 15.
However, some followers on social media were quick to think this year’s switch on came too early. In comparison, last year’s event fell on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
We posted a clip of the event soon after the switch on, and plenty of comments suggested it was too early, but what do you think?
On Facebook, Gillian Ayre said: It’s only the beginning of November, far too early.”
Karen Taylor agreed, saying “Far too early” while Jack Tennent added: “Don’t get me wrong, they’re nice, but it could have waited until after Remembrance Day!”
Remembrance Sunday falls on Sunday, November 9 this year.
Hoewever, some disagreed with the sentiment. Lynne Murdoch countered by saying: “I don’t think it’s too early as we need something to cheer us up at this time of year.”
Carole Cavanagh added: “Beautiful. Not too early for city lights.”