Media Advisory and Accreditation details for Christmas Light Switch On – Derry
17 November 2025
To facilitate media access to this year’s Christmas Lights Switch on in Derry on Friday 21st November 2025, media are advised that in compliance with health and safety regulations, all photographers and broadcast media who intend to cover the events in Derry are required to register their details in advance to receive a valid media pass, and to wear high visibility media bibs.
The Christmas Procession will begin at 6.30pm on Bishop Street and will take the following route: Bishop Street, around The Diamond, across Ferryquay Street, down Orchard Street, left onto Foyle Street, through Guildhall Square, down the top of Strand road, turn right toward City Hotel Roundabout then, left onto Queens Quay, finishing at Victoria Market Car Park.
Media Accreditation Requirements:
Applications must clearly indicate the following and applicants must provide relevant ID - eg. current NUJ card or company ID.
Applicant details:
1. Full name
2. Organisation being represented and specific role
3. Mobile telephone number
4. Email address
5. Details of Broadcast vehicle including registration number
All responses must be registered by close of business on Thursday 20th November by sending the above information via email to [email protected]
Registration:
Please note that broadcast vehicles must also be registered in advance by 12noon on Thursday 20th November and spaces are limited. Details of the vehicle registration must be provided.
Media Bibs and Media Passes are available for collection at Derry City and Strabane District Council Offices, Strand Road, Derry, from 10am on Thursday 20th November 2025