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Christmas Light Switch On

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Christmas Light Switch On

The annual Christmas Lights Switch On helps to attract around 3,000 visitors to the area. Hosted by MKFM, the event is always a huge success.

  • The annual Christmas Lights Switch On helps to attract around 3,000 visitors to the area.
  • Hosted by MKFM
  • Featured visitors included Santa and a parade of mascots
  • 2022 lights switched on by former Mayor, Amanda Marlow

Spectacular

The annual Christmas Lights Switch On has been heralded as an immense success. Attracting around 3,000 visitors to the shopping centre, the last event held in 2022, and hosted by MKFM, featured live music, a parade of mascots and a visit from the one and only Santa Claus himself. In front of thousands of people, who had all braved the cold weather, the lights were switched on by former Mayor and award-winner, Amanda Marlow. The sky was also lit up thanks to some incredible pyrotechnics and fireworks.

Other ways we are making our city amazing

TV Advert

A new summer version of the Milton Keynes TV advert was reshot by the BID’s production team.

  • Summer version of MK advert reshot

  • Host of businesses and attractions included

  • Advert shown on both Sky and ITV

  • Now part of the marketing team's annual calendar

IF: Milton Keynes International Festival

MyMiltonKeynes has been the Volunteer Partner of IF: Milton Keynes International Festival twice.

  • Over 200 people pledge their time

  • Volunteer Partner in 2021 and 2023

  • Engaging marketing stratergies to increase footfall

Fashion Shows at John Lewis - MK Hospital Charity - Funds raised for Baby Leo & Chemotherapy Chairs

MyMiltonKeynes raised £3,000 for Milton Keynes Hospital Charity through its Spring and Winter Fashion Shows at John Lewis.

  • £3,000 raised for Milton Keynes Hospital Charity

  • Funding went towards two new chemo chairs

  • Money went towards a new Babyleo incubator

Jubilee/City Status

A long weekend of fun saw thousands celebrate the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the awarding of city status to Milton Keynes.

  • More than 2,500 join in the celebrations

  • City celebrates new status and Platinum Jubilee

  • MK one of eight to be awarded city status in 2022

Partnerships & Sponsorships

The BID Team enjoyed another fantastic year of sponsorships and key partnerships around our great city.

  • Sponsored MKBAA and MK SME Awards

  • Sponsored charities, including MK SNAP and MK Hospital Charity

  • Sponsored events at Willen Hospice including Mini Moo and Santa Dash

  • Partnered with Action4Youth to deliver programmes to support the city's young people

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