The countdown is finally over, and the Christmas lights will be switched on in Northampton this weekend.
Taking place on Saturday (November 25) from 11am until 6pm, the light switch on event will see a huge array of activities and entertainment at Becket’s Park, due to the ongoing work in the town centre.
From a free ice rink, to fairground rides, to local choirs and pantomime stars, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Below is a round up of everything that is happening as part of the Northampton Christmas lights switch on event, as well as a handy timetable of when everything is happening.
5. Christmas cheer and support local marquee
The support local marquee will also open at 11am and remain open all day. There will be seasonal produce and gifts, stalls from local businesses and community groups. Photo: Northampton Town Council
6. Northampton Scouts camp fire
The Scouts will also be on hand all day with a camp fire, where visitors will be able to buy and toast marshmallows. All money raised will go towards "fuelling the adventures" of the Scout group. Photo: Northampton Town Council
7. Rotary Santa's Sleigh
The infamous Rotary Santa's sleigh will also on site in Becket's Park for the whole day. Photo: Northampton Town Council
8. Catering village
Throughout the day there will also be a catering village offering pizzas, burgers, hotdogs, Yorkshire pudding wraps, Greek gyros, donuts, desserts, sweets and hot drinks. V&B and Phipps will also be serving up warming Christmas tipples. Photo: Pixabay