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Magherafelt Lights Up for Christmas

It was Magherafelt’s turn on Saturday (22 November) to get into the festive mood as thousands attended this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On in the town centre. 

Market Square hosted a Children’s Christmas Village where children enjoyed Christmas crafts and activities, puppet shows and face painting.

Live entertainment was also on stage throughout the afternoon with local choirs and musicians.

The main event was Santa’s arrival to switch on the Christmas lights with help from the Chair of Mid Ulster District Council, Councillor Frances Burton, who also helped to launch the firework display and kick off the festive season in Magherafelt this year.

Next weekend sees Maghera, Dungannon and Coalisland light up for Christmas - for more information visit the Christmas webpage.

To view photos from the Magherafelt Christmas Lights Switch On event, visit our Facebook page.