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.
9. Face painting and elf balloonists
Face painting and elf balloonists will be on hand to entertain the kids all day. Photo: Northampton Town Council
10. Competition
You could win the chance to be on stage with Alex Waller switching the lights on, plus a shirt signed by the Saints team. The next picture will tell you how to win... Photo: Northampton Town Council
11. Festive family trail
The town council's festive family trail launches on Saturday at the lights switch on event. Everyone who take part on the day, will automatically be entered into the competition to be on stage with Alex Waller. The trail will see visitors follow a map to uncover the magical 12 days of Christmas themed clues around the town centre to find symbols in shops and businesses. Photo: Northampton Town Council
12. Stage shows and more
There will be a variety of entertainment on a stage and big screen at the park, as well a number of other activities. Here is a run down of some of the shows. 11am: Christmas movie welcome on the big screen 11.30: The Christmas Variety show 12pm - 4pm: Horse and carriage rides around the park 12.30pm: Ballroom dance and drama academy by Kristina Rihanoff 1.45pm: The Christmas Variety show 2pm to 6pm: Winter Wonderland stilt walkers and acrobatic ice elves 2.30pm: Christmas karaoke on the big screen 3.40pm: Born to Perform 3.55pm Christmas karaoke and move on the big screen Photo: Other third party