Oxford Street Christmas lights to switch on 9 November with Harry Potter theme

Time Out London reports that Oxford Street's 2026 Christmas lights will be switched on on Monday 9 November. This year's display has a Harry Potter theme, marking the launch of the new Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone TV show, which is scheduled to premiere on HBO on Christmas Day.

Alongside Oxford Street's classic star lights, the article says to expect a series of Harry Potter-themed designs. Details of those designs are still being kept under wraps so as not to spoil the switch-on. The article says the switch-on usually takes place in early November, and that in recent years the street's festive displays have used eco-friendly materials, including LED lights and recycled plastic.

The lights will also debut alongside the new Harry Potter flagship store, which opened on Oxford Street on 4 November.

On Monday 9 November, the switch-on event will open early at around 2pm. Festivities begin properly at 4.30pm, and the event finishes at 7pm. It is hosted by Sam Thompson, with DJ sets from Marvin Humes throughout the afternoon.