St Stephen's to dazzle with free Christmas concert this week

Christmas festivities will kick off at St Stephen's this Thursday, November 21, with a concert marking the annual light switch-on event.

The evening's entertainment will begin at 5pm with a performance by the Collingwood Primary School Choir, followed by the Amy Winehouse Experience and the Red Hot Chilly Peppers Tribute.

The official light switch-on will take place at 6pm, launching the city-wide illuminations and adding a touch of festive sparkle to the winter evenings. Additionally, the centre's popular Christmas market is now open, featuring stalls offering seasonal treats such as German sausages, waffles, hot chocolate, and mulled wine.

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Centre manager Jim Harris expressed his excitement for the upcoming celebrations. He said: “The most wonderful time of the year is on the horizon and we’re as excited as ever for this year’s seasonal celebrations, kicking off with the return of our popular Christmas concert, light switch on and markets.

“We’ve got everything you need for a fun Christmas day out, and we’re looking forward to welcoming lots of visitors to the centre this festive period, whether that’s to shop for loved ones, enjoy a meal with friends and family, or catch one of this season’s biggest films.”

St Stephen's is open from 9am - 6pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The centre is open until late on Thursdays, opening at 9am and closing at 7pm. Sunday hours are 10.30am - 4.30pm.

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