Crowds of people gathered in High Street for the festive family fun programme which included performances from Uplift Performing Arts, a magic show and music from This Way Up.
After the civic carol service in St Nicholas’ Church, the Mayor, Alderman Noel Williams and Santa switched on the Christmas lights in the town centre before the event concluded with a spectacular fireworks display from Fisherman's Quay.
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17. Seasonal Celebrations
The Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams and Santa switch on the Christmas lights in Carrickfergus. Photo: Bernadette Mcallister
18. Seasonal Celebrations
The Mayor, Alderman Noel Williams and fellow councillors with members of the community at the switch-on ceremony. Photo: Bernadette Mcallister
19. Seasonal Celebrations
Celebrating the build-up to Christmas in Carrickfergus. Photo: Bernadette Mcallister
20. Seasonal Celebrations
Christmas themed games were part of the family fun programme. Photo: Bernadette Mcallister