A big crowd of excited families gathered for an evening of fun and entertainment and photographer Tony Hendron was there to capture the atmosphere as the festive season officially began.

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Little Poppy Thompson (3) was excited to meet Santa and Mrs Claus in his grotto at the Lurgan Christmas lights switch on. Also included are Danielle Steele, left, and Natalie Thompson. LM48-220. Photo: TONY HENDRON

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Santa and Mrs Claus were happy to welcome the Blaney family into their grotto at the Lurgan Christmas lights switch on event. Included are dad, Philip, Billy (4), Lily (5) and mum, Danielle. LM48-221. Photo: TONY HENDRON

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Children from the Lurgan based Building Bridges Community Arts Theatre Group who entertained the crowd at the Lurgan Christmas lights switch on. LM48-202. Photo: TONY HENDRON

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Micky Doherty pictured with his grandchildren, Frida (3) and Ivy Hart at the Lurgan Christmas lights switch on ceremony. LM48-204. Photo: TONY HENDRON

