16 fantastic photos as Christmas lights switched on across Newtownabbey

Newtownabbey residents have been getting into the festive spirit at Christmas switch-on events across the borough.

Members of the public have attended events at number of locations, including at Hazelbank and in Monkstown.

Check out these pictures from the events on November 21 and November 22.

9. Residents celebrate the start of the festive season

The official lights switch-on with Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cllr Mark Cooper, Santa Claus, Buddy The Elf and Santa’s elves. Photo: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

10. Residents celebrate the start of the festive season

The Bell family with their pet dog Sookie. Photo: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

11. Residents celebrate the start of the festive season

Dylan, Abigail and Harvey Palmer taking a ride on the spinning cups amusement. Photo: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

12. Residents celebrate the start of the festive season

The Millar family ready to have some fun at the Monkstown Christmas light switch-on. Photo: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council

Hazelbank