Bond Street Christmas lights to be switched on 12 November

Time Out London reports that the Christmas lights on Bond Street in central London will be switched on at 7pm on 12 November. The street's display follows the lighting of Leicester Square and Regent Street, and comes after the Oxford Street lights are switched on this week.

Bond Street will again be decorated with 90,000 LED lights arranged to resemble tiaras, pearl necklaces, golden filigree and the Imperial State Crown. Time Out says this is the final year of the Crown Jewels-inspired design, as a completely new one is due to be unveiled in 2027. Shops along the street will also show their Christmas 2026 displays.

The celebrations begin at 4pm, and the whole street will be closed to traffic for the evening. Time Out lists live music, brand activations such as an exclusive calligraphy experience by Montblanc, and festive food and drink hosted by brands including Sketch, Fendi and Burberry. Visitors will also be able to see the Ralph Lauren Giving Tree light up in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. A brass band will lead the countdown to 7pm.