By way of build up to the celebrations - here’s a gallery of photos from 2007.

5. Festive Fun
Kate, Sam and Jill Doherty attended the Greenisland Christmas lights event in 2007. Ct49-024tc Photo: Tim Cully

6. Festive Fun
Enjoying the 2007 celebrations in Carrickfergus. Ct47-072tc Photo: Tim Cully

7. Festive Fun
Attending Greenisland's festive switch-on ceremony in 2007. Ct49-021tc Photo: Tim Cully

8. Festive Fun
Carrick Town Centre was packed for the 2007 Christmas countdown event. Ct47-070tc Photo: Tim Cully
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