The mild weather added to the enjoyment of the occasion as crowds gathered for the lighting up and to browse the stalls in the Twilight Market.Photographer Tony Hendron went along to snap some of those who joined in the fun.
21. The big switch-on
On stage at the Portadown Christmas lights switch on. PT48-219. Photo: Tony Hendron
22. 'Hello Santa'
Therese McConville and her daughter, Maeve pictured in Santa's Grotto at the Portadown Christmas lights switch on. PT48-227. Photo: Tony Hendron
23. Enjoying the festivities
Joining in the fun at the Portadown Christmas lights switch on are members of the Fernandes family including from left, Ashley (5), Maria, Nuno, Miriam (3) and Ariana. PT48-201. Photo: Tony Hendron
24. Family fun
The Ximenes family pictured at the Portadown Christmas lights switch on on Saturday night. Included are, mum, Sandra, Nanya (4), Tally (5) and dad, Zinho. PT48-202. Photo: Tony Hendron