Festive fun promised as Fox Valley reveals details for huge Christmas lights switch-on extravaganza
5 November 2024
A full day of festive fun is promised at the annual Christmas lights switch-on extravaganza at Fox Valley.
A
crowd of thousands of people are expected to attend the popular
Stocksbridge-based shopping centre on Friday, November 15, to enjoy a full
programme of live entertainment, food and drink stalls, shopping and other
attractions in the lead up to the big switch-on in the evening.
There
will also be a chance to take selfies with our huge 7m high reindeer, complete
with a bright red nose.
Charlotte Whittaker, Centre Manager at Fox Valley, said: “The event attracts huge crowds
every year because it really helps everyone to get into the festive spirit.
“There
is so much going on for the whole day – from food stalls and live performances to
shopping and our fantastic illuminations.
“So
come along and join in the festive fun!”
From 4pm until 8pm, there will be a wide range of more than 25 stalls selling everything from handmade gifts that would make perfect Christmas stocking fillers, to delicious food and drink.
This includes crochet items sold by Gifts of Love, artwork by Reclaimed Horse Crafts and knitted items from Bespoke Beanies.
The evening will also feature an amazing range of gourmet delights from the Greedy Greek, Madame Crepe, and a trader selling German sausage hot dogs, among others.
And
there is a real treat for ale fans as Bradfield Brewery will be selling their expertly crafted beers.
Radio
and TV presenter Stephanie Hirst will be spinning the decks playing all of your
festive favorites from 4pm onwards.
Visitors
can also enjoy two spectacular live performances from local dance schools in
the fountains area at 5.15pm and 5.30pm.
Visitors
are invited to gather close to the bandstand area before the lights are
officially switched-on at 6pm.
While
the stunning illuminations sparkle away, the Spark! drummers will then take centre
stage for a spectacular hour-long performance after the switch-on.
Other
attractions include children’s fairground rides, face painting and stilt
walkers.
A
number of shops will also be staying open until later, giving shoppers extra
time to search for those stocking fillers.
This
includes Sandersons Department Store, which will be open until 8pm and staff will be
serving mulled wine and mince pies.
For details about
shopping and future events at Fox Valley shopping centre visit
www.foxvalleysheffield.co.uk
ENDS
Pictures show all the fun and festivities at last year's event.
For further information, contact:
Public Relations Department, Dransfield Properties Ltd
Tel: 01226 360644
Email: admin@dransfield.co.uk