The countdown to Christmas is underway with festive lights scheduled to be switched on at events across South Lanarkshire.
The annual Christmas Lights Switch On festivities will be filled with free entertainment, live music, games and giveaways ahead of the arrival of Santa himself.
Mark these dates in your calendar to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun:
- Saturday 14th November – Carluke
- Sunday 15th November – East Kilbride
- Saturday 21st November – Lanark
- Sunday 22nd November – Cambuslang
- Saturday 28th November – Rutherglen
More details, including event times and all the entertainment will be announced soon.
Provost Bert Thomson or Depute Provost Celine Handibode will be joined on stage by specially invited guests for the switching on of the lights across South Lanarkshire.
Provost Thomson said: “I hope as many people as possible will be able to come along and join me for a bit of festive fun.
“The switch-on events are a great way to help people get excited in the run-up to Christmas so please keep an eye out for updates regarding the switch-on events near you.”
Meanwhile, Rutherglen Town Hall will be hosting its free annual Christmas market on Saturday, 28th November offering personalised and handcrafted gifts for friends and loved ones.
Set over two floors, a variety of merchandise will be available to buy including Christmas cards, handmade jewellery, baby gifts and cakes and confectionery stalls.
Its café will be open throughout the day serving a selection of drinks, snacks and light meals.
Families can step into the magic of the season at New Lanark, UNESCO World Heritage Site as its transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas.
Running on selected dates from November 28 till Christmas Eve (December 24) from 10am to 5pm, this joyful day out is created especially for families with young children.
From meeting Santa to singing along at the pantomime, every moment is designed to spark excitement, imagination and lasting Christmas memories.
Included in your visit is: a visit with Santa, The Wiz That Woz pantomime - a magical Scottish twist on a classic tale, the Spirit of Christmas Ride on the Annie McLeod Experience - a charming journey through the story of Christmas and soft play for children aged one to eight.
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