Roscommon Christmas Lights Switch-On returns to Roscommon Town on Sunday 29 November 2026, marking the beginning of the festive season with one of the town’s most popular annual community celebrations.

Families, friends and visitors can gather in the heart of Roscommon for the countdown as the town’s Christmas lights are switched on and the streets are transformed for the festive season.

The annual event has become a much-loved Roscommon tradition, bringing the community together and creating a wonderful Christmas atmosphere throughout the town centre.

What to expect:

• Official switching on of Roscommon Town’s Christmas lights

• Festive atmosphere in the heart of Roscommon

• Beautiful illuminated streets and Christmas decorations

• A special countdown to the lights being switched on

• Family-friendly community celebration

• Great opportunity for festive photographs

• Shops, cafés and local businesses nearby

• A lovely way to begin the Christmas season in Roscommon

• Suitable for families, children, locals and visitors

• One of Roscommon Town’s traditional annual Christmas events

Recent editions of the Christmas Lights Switch-On have attracted large crowds to the town centre and have included festive entertainment and a special visit from Santa.

The full entertainment programme and exact start time for the 2026 celebration have not yet been announced, so visitors should check official Roscommon updates closer to the date.

Visitors are encouraged to arrive early once the official start time is confirmed, as the town centre can become busy around the switch-on. Allow extra time for parking and walking to The Square.

This is a great free festive event for families, children, visitors and anyone looking to enjoy the start of Christmas in County Roscommon.

Official organiser / source: Roscommon Christmas Lights Committee / Visit Roscommon.

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