The festive season is almost here, and Riverside Radio is getting ready to spread some Christmas magic across South West London, bringing our famous Riverside Radio stage, live entertainment and festive celebrations to six fantastic community events.

From Richmond and Twickenham to Wandsworth, Putney, Wimbledon and Battersea, we'll be out and about throughout November and into December, helping our local communities celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Our presenters will be hosting the festivities, welcoming talented local performers, choirs, musicians and dance groups onto the Riverside Radio stage, and joining thousands of residents for those magical Christmas lights switch-on moments.

Whether you're coming along for the live music, Christmas shopping, festive food or simply to soak up the atmosphere, we'd love you to join us!

Where you can find Riverside Radio this Christmas

Richmond Christmas Lights – Thursday 19 November

RICHMOND TOWN CENTRE | 5PM–6PM ON THE RIVERSIDE RADIO STAGE

We're kicking off our Christmas celebrations in Richmond, where George Street will be transformed into a festive wonderland.

The celebrations begin at 4pm, with the Riverside Radio stage coming alive from 5pm with a host of festive performances. Families can also look forward to meeting Buddy the Elf, superheroes, candy cane stilt walkers and giant Nutcracker characters.

The big moment arrives at 5.45pm, when the Mayor of Richmond officially switches on the town centre's Christmas lights.

Twickenham Christmas Lights – Friday 20 November

CHURCH LANE / CHURCH STREET | 3PM–7PM

Twickenham is preparing for an afternoon and evening packed with festive fun, and Riverside Radio will be right at the heart of it!

Our stage will be located at the top of Church Lane, where it meets Church Street, opposite St Mary's Church, with live music and entertainment from 3.30pm.

There'll also be Christmas carols on Twickenham Green, free face painting and a Christmas Makers Market.

Join us for the big countdown at 6pm, when Twickenham's town centre Christmas lights are officially switched on.

Wandsworth Christmas Festival – Saturday 21 November

SOUTHSIDE PIAZZA, WANDSWORTH HIGH STREET | 11AM–6PM

Christmas is coming to Wandsworth Town, and we're delighted to be part of the celebrations once again!

We'll be bringing Riverside Radio to Southside's Piazza for a day of live performances featuring local and up-and-coming talent.

There'll be plenty of family entertainment, a visit from the mischievous Grinch, and the chance for children to meet Father Christmas at Southside's festive grotto.

The day will culminate in Wandsworth Town's Christmas lights switch-on, bringing some sparkle to the heart of the borough.

Putney Christmas Lights – Friday 27 November

ST MARY'S CHURCH SQUARE | 3PM–7PM

We're heading to Putney for another magical Christmas celebration in the beautiful setting of St Mary's Church Square, right by Putney Bridge.

Expect an afternoon of festive entertainment, including local school choirs, musicians and community performance groups, as we help bring the town together for its annual Christmas celebration.

We'll be hosting the performances and building the excitement towards the moment Putney's Christmas tree lights up for the festive season.

Wimbledon Winterfest – Saturday 28 November

WIMBLEDON QUARTER | 11AM–6PM

Wimbledon is going all out for Christmas, and Riverside Radio will be joining the celebrations at Wimbledon Winterfest!

The weekend festival, taking place on 28 and 29 November, promises a wonderful programme of entertainment for the whole family.

We'll be hosting on Saturday, celebrating some of the fantastic local talent taking to the community stage, including choirs and dance groups.

Visitors can also enjoy festive characters, children's workshops, face painting, Santa's Grotto and a real-ice skating rink, alongside seasonal food, drinks and shopping.

Carols in Battersea Square – Tuesday 1 December

BATTERSEA SQUARE | 6.30PM–8PM

We're rounding off our festive events with one of Battersea's loveliest Christmas traditions – Carols in Battersea Square.

Join Riverside Radio for a heartwarming evening of Christmas music, community singing and festive cheer in the historic square.

We'll be helping to host the celebrations and looking forward to welcoming local performers and residents for a wonderful evening together.

Bring your family, wrap up warm and get ready to sing along to some Christmas favourites!

Celebrating the best of South West London

At Riverside Radio, Christmas is one of our favourite times of the year. These events are a brilliant opportunity to celebrate our wonderful communities and showcase the incredible talent we have across South West London.

We're particularly looking forward to welcoming local schools, choirs, dance groups, musicians and community organisations onto our stage and giving them the chance to perform in front of their neighbours, friends and families.

Our presenters and events team can't wait to meet everyone, share the festive spirit and help make Christmas 2026 one to remember.

So grab your Christmas jumper, bring your friends and family, and come and celebrate with Riverside Radio!

Keep listening to Riverside Radio on DAB+, online and on your smart speaker for the latest event updates and festive coverage.

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