Large crowds gathered to enjoy a memorable night filled with music, fun and spectacular entertainment.
There were plenty of cheers as Lord Mayor Alderman Stephen Moutray, along with Santa and his helpers, lit up the town with colour and sparkle.
Tony Hendron took these fabulous photos at the big event, the first of the council’s switch-on ceremonies across the borough.
17. Christmas switch-on
Enjoying the Christmas lights switch on on Friday night. PT46-224. Photo: TONY HENDRON
18. Christmas switch-on
Enjoying the lights switch on event are from left, Teddy Simmons (3), dad Gary, Claire Reaney, Aimee Haugh, daughter Anna (2) and Alan Haugh. PT46-231. Photo: TONY HENDRON
19. Christmas switch-on
Posing happily at the Portadown town centre Christmas tree are Eoghan Dionne, Roisin Dunbar and Sinead Healy. PT46-225. Photo: TONY HENDRON
20. Christmas switch-on
Pictured with Santa in his town centre grotto are from left, Mrs Santa, Angie Magill, Ralph Magill (4) and Jose Belo. PT46-226. Photo: TONY HENDRON