The switch on event took place on William Street. The street came alive with a range of entertainment, including performances from Stewartstown Panto, Tullylagan Pipe Band and Band of Gold, as well as a fantastic Showstoppers Parade.
There was also plenty of on-street entertainment including face painting, The Gaming Bus, Art Cart and lots of character walkabouts for all those Christmas selfies.
1. Santa gets a helping hand to switch on the lights!
Santa and the Chair, Councillor Córa Corry, count down and turn on Cookstown’s Christmas lights, illuminating the town for the festive season. Photo: Contributed
2. Santa gets a hug at the Cookstown lights switch on
Santa was given a warm welcome by the crowd in Cookstown on Friday night. Photo: Contributed
3. Enjoying the Christmas event
Some of those who attended the Cookstown Christmas Lights Switch on event. Photo: Contributed
4. A smile for the camera!
All smiles at the Cookstown Christmas Lights Switch on event Photo: Contributed