Crowds braved the frosty weather to come out on Wednesday night to cheer on the countdown ahead of the big switch-on.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the seasonal atmosphere.
13. Gathered for the switch-on
Some of the locals who attended the Christmas lights switch on in Richhill. PT49-225. Photo: TONY HENDRON
14. Hello Santa!
Pictured with Santa are the Allen family including Arabella (4), dad, Red, Louie (1) and mum, Chloe. PT49-231. Photo: TONY HENDRON
15. Young artists
The finalists in the Hardy Primary School drawing competition on the theme of the Christmas lights switch on in Richhill. Pictured with Santa are from left, Erin Reid, overall winner; Alfie Scott and Max Davison. PT49-228. Photo: TONY HENDRON
16. Fun in Richhill
Kyle Davison and daughter Faith pictured with Santa at the Christmas lights switch on in Richhill. PT49-230. Photo: TONY HENDRON