Dover is full of people who care about the town, about each other, and about creating moments that bring people together. This fundraiser is about turning that care into something positive and shared.

We’re working towards Dover’s Big Christmas Light Switch On - 2026, a festive celebration shaped by the community and brought to life by local creativity.

What this is about

This isn’t about replacing anything or criticising what’s come before. It’s about adding something new - a moment that feels open, welcoming, and rooted in Dover itself.

A Christmas that’s:

• Community-led

• Creative

• Inclusive

• Built with pride

What your support will help create

Funds raised will go towards:

• A town-wide festive glow

• A public Christmas light switch-on event

• Involvement from local artists, schools and organisations

• Creating a warm, accessible space for people to come together

Why we’re doing this

Christmas means different things to different people, but community, light and togetherness matter to everyone.

This is a chance for local people to directly support something positive in the town and to help shape a Christmas moment that belongs to all of us.

We’ll share updates as the project develops and be open about how funds are used.

If this is something you’d like to see happen in Dover, thank you for being part of it.

By Dover. For Dover.