POOLE BID will be hosting a big Christmas light switch on at Poole Quay on Saturday, November 20.

The family-friendly event will have face-painting and entertainment acts starring Love Soul Choir amongst others, plus snow and bubble machines which can all be found in Falkland Square.

The all-day festive launch will run between 11.30am and 5.30pm.

Father Christmas will make several guest appearances throughout the afternoon on the Quay along with his elves and real reindeer too.

At the Quay there will also be some family entertainment, street music, dancing and face-painting to get you into the festive mood.

Santa’s sleigh will park up on the Quay offering photo opportunities for children big and small.

As dusk falls Christmas lights throughout the town will begin to switch on.

Falkland Square will be home to the heart of Poole’s festive cheer this November and December with a large Christmas tree and glittering lights donated by the Dolphin Centre.

And there will be a trail of illuminations leading down the High Street to the old quarter lighting up the boutiques, coffee shops, pubs and cafes.

Jacqui Rock, Poole BID lead said: “We are so excited to be presenting our Poole Town Christmas programme to you all. It has been a long 20 months for everyone and so to bring some light and cheer into the town for everyone to enjoy has been a pleasure to plan. We have been especially delighted with the collaborations that we have made to bring these events to you and long may it continue.”

The events are free to attend and more information can be found on the Poole Bid facebook page.