Event
Light up a life
13 December 2026 (14:00 - 18:00)
Light up a Life is a special time where we can come together and remember friends and family who have sadly died. Every light lit is a symbol of the memories we cherish of them.
By donating in memory of someone you hold close in your heart, their name will be displayed in our online Book of Remembrance from 5th December and on the day of the event.
Event Details
Date: 13th December 2026
Time: 2pm – 3:30pm / 4:30pm – 6pm
Please choose your time slot below.
What’s Included
- Upon your dedication, your friend or family member’s name will appear in our book of remembrance.
- Refreshments, Stalls, Entertainment
- Hang a personalised star on our Light Up a Life tree
- Light switch on
Please note, our online Book of Remembrance will be available to view online from the 5th of December, and on the day of the event. We cannot guarantee that any dedications received after this date will be added to the book before the event on the 13th of December.
Why Light up a Life Matters
This year, Teddy and his family will be taking part in Light up a Life in memory of his dad, Jay, who was cared for at East Lancashire Hospice.
“Being at the Hospice meant we could spend time together in a way that felt happy. We played games, watched films and made memories that mean everything to my family and me,” recalls Teddy.
When you make a Light Up a Life dedication, you’re not only remembering someone special, but you’re also helping East Lancashire Hospice create precious memories for other families.
“I would love for you to join my sister, mum and me on 13th December at the Hospice for the Light Up a Life event. It is a chance for us to come together and remember the people we miss.“
Price and Registration
Free event, with a donation to be made in memory.
Sponsored by Darwen Funeral Service
Make a Donation
Your donation helps East Lancashire Hospice be there for our patients and their friends and family when they need us most.
We receive just one third of our funding from the government, so we rely on the generosity of our community to help us raise over £4.5 million each year. Every gift, big or small, helps us provide specialist care and support and focus on what matters most.
