The switch on event took place on William Street from 6.30pm – 8pm. The street came alive with a range of entertainment, including performances from Stewartstown Panto, Tullylagan Pipe Band and The Double Whiskeys, as well as a fantastic Showstoppers Parade that entertained the crowd.
There was also plenty of on-street entertainment including face painting, The Gaming Bus and lots of character walkabouts for all those Christmas selfies.
Santa then arrived in style in a Chevy Apache 1959 vintage car to switch on the town’s renowned Christmas lights just before 7.30pm.
A fabulous, fun and festive night was had by all.
9. Having a good time!
Pictured performing at the Cookstown Christmas Lights Switch On event. Photo: MUDC
10. Christmas fun!
A wave from Santa beside Cooistown's Christmas tree. Photo: MUDC
11. Enjoying the festivities
Thumbs up from Santa at the switch on in Cookstown on Friday night. Photo: MUDC
12. Entertaining the crowd
On stage at the Cookstown Christmas Lights Switch On. Photo: MUDC