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.
17. Happy smiles
Posing with Santa are, Caleb Findlay (18 months), Jonah McKittrick (10) and Carrie McKittrick. PT49-232. Photo: TONY HENDRON
18. Family fun
The Jones family who enjoyed the Christmas lights switch on in Richhill on Wednesday night. Included are, mum, Julie, Lila (11), dad, Edward and Jesse. PT49-213. Photo: TONY HENDRON
19. Switch-on fun
Enjoying the festivities at the Christmas lights switch on in Richhill are from left, Charlie Purdy (9), Kelly Collins, daughter, Emily (2) and husband, Darryl. PT49-214. Photo: TONY HENDRON
20. Festive fun
Posing happily with Frosty the Snowman are from left, Tom Black (5), Leanne Black, Joyce Blackburn with children James (3) and Grace (7). PT49-215. Photo: TONY HENDRON