Fireworks Burst Above Regent Street Angels as London's Christmas Lights Switch On

London, United Kingdom – Fireworks burst above Regent Street's illuminated angels as crowds packed the traffic-free street for the switch-on of its Christmas lights.

X user Emm Usmani filmed the display on Thursday, November 5, as pink, blue and white bursts rose over the rooftops and spectators held up their phones beneath the glowing figures.

"The lights have finally started turning on in London," Usmani wrote.

Regent Street was closed to traffic from 5pm to 9pm for the switch-on event, which fell on Bonfire Night. The 'Spirit of Christmas' angels will stay lit until January 5, 2027.