About the event
Join us on Friday 27 November 2026 as Erskine Civic Square comes alive with festive music, local performances and family-friendly entertainment.
Organised in partnership with Erskine District Rotary Club, Erskine Arts and the Renfrewshire Council Events Team, the event brings the community together to celebrate the start of the festive season.
Enjoy live performances, family attractions, festive refreshments and a special visit from Santa before gathering for the Christmas lights switch-on at 7.30pm.
Event programme
Live entertainment
A programme of festive performances will take place throughout the evening at the stage on Erskine's Civic square.
Performances include:
- Local school choirs
- Core-Us Choir
- Milldale Makaton Choir
- Live music performances
- Festive hosting from Tom Urie
Family activities
Families can enjoy a range of free festive attractions and activities in and around Erksine Civic Square, including;
- Fairground rides
- Giant snow globe
- Community stalls
- Food and drink vendors
Festive refreshments
Attendees can relax inside Erskine Arts Hall, where seasonal refreshments will be available, including tea, coffee, home baking, popcorn and mulled wine.
Location
Address
Getting here
Plan your journey to Erskine Christmas Lights Switch-On
By bus
Erskine is served by regular local bus services connecting the town with surrounding communities.
Plan your journey at www.mcgillsbuses.co.uk.
By car
Public parking is available close to Erskine Civic Square.
Features
- The switch-on moment Join host Tom Urie along with Santa and Renfrewshire's Provost to officially switch-on Erskine's Christmas lights at 7.30pm.
- Live music and entertainment Don't miss a series of performances from live musicians, local choirs and festive chat with host Tom Urie.
- Food and drink Enjoy hot drinks, home baking and mulled wine inside Erskine Arts Hall.
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets Accessible toilets will be available at Erskine Sports Centre and Erskine Arts.
Volunteering
Volunteers help make our events special
There are opportunities to support visitor welcome, stewarding, wayfinding and event operations. Volunteering is a chance to meet new people, gain event experience and be part of the Council's exciting annual events programme.
If you would like to volunteer for Erskine Christmas Lights Switch-On, or any other Renfrewshire Council event, please get in touch.
Email us at eventsvolunteers@renfrewshire.gov.uk.
Contact
For any enquiries about Erskine Christmas Lights Switch-On including sponsorship, volunteering or accessibility please get in touch.
Email us at events@renfrewshire.gov.uk.