It’s the most magical time of the year and Ringwood’s Christmas kick off (the Ringwood Christmas Light switch on) has been getting better and better every year.

This year the Ringwood Christmas light switch happens on the 3rd of December (conveniently on small business Saturday) and it’s a great day for the whole family.

It takes place between 10am-7pm and incorporates fair rides, santas grottos, market stalls and lots of fun micro events from Ringwood independent business (including us).

So here’s a round up of the need to know info and events on Saturday 3rd December

1. 9.30-11.30 am here at The Railway we are hosting a festive breakfast followed by a free mini Christmas tree workshop with The Wild Fox find out all you need to know about our Christmas light switch on fun
   

   Free kids Christmas workshop on Ringwood Christmas light switch on

2. 11am-4pm Ringwood Waldorf school is having their annual Christmas bazaar – this is a great opportunity to purchase handmade, organic and traditional gifts with lots of traditional treats for the whole family
   

   Ringwood Waldorf school Christmas Bazaar

3. Ringwood parish is opening the doors to the Parish Church in the market place – for free family entertainment and activities expect more details over on their Facebook page
4. Christmas light Switch on- happens at 5.45pm and follows a lantern walk organised by the Ringwood events committee 
   

   Ringwood Christmas light switch on lantern parade

Update – Ringwood town has finally released a schedule for what’s happening over Ringwood Christmas light switch on- to save you hunting around the internet we’ve put it straight here for you

Remember that most local businesses in Ringwood will be doing something to celebrate so if you are planning on visiting please support your local businesses