A NUMBER of Christmas lights switch on events are set to take place across Wrexham over the coming weeks as the festive period gets underway.
Each year, communities in Wrexham come together to enjoy their annual Christmas lights switch on events.
From the main one at Eagles Meadow, to the various town and village events, there is set to be several to get you in the festive spirit over the next few weeks.
Below are all the lights switch on events taking place in Wrexham over the coming weeks.
Eagles Meadow - November 16, 5pm-7pm
Hundreds turned out for the switch on at Eagles Meadow last year and there will be hopes for more of the same this time around.
There will be performances from the likes of Ben Ofoedu (Phats & Small), Dene Michael (of Black Lace), Kevin Davy White, Passmore and Lois, whilst waiting for the main event.
There are a host of other festive events taking place in the city centre on Saturday ahead of the switch on.
Rhosllanerchrugog - November 26, 5pm
The annual event, put on by the community council, will take place on Market Street in the middle of the village on Tuesday, November 26.
There is set to be music, festive stalls, face painting, fairground rides and lots more, as well as the chance to see Santa in his grotto.
In addition to the lights switch on, there will also be a short firework display at around 6pm for all to enjoy.
Johnstown - November 29, 5.30pm
Another popular Christmas event returns this year as the lights switch on will once again take place at St Mary's Church on Merlin Road.
There will be a host of stalls on offer, as well as a raffle with several prizes and the chance to meet Santa in his grotto.
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Brymbo and Tanyfron - November 30, 2pm-6pm
The annual event returns in partnership with Stori Brymbo at the Brymbo Enterprise Centre between 2pm and 6pm.
As well as the lights switch on, there will also be the festive fair with a range of stalls and activities to get you in the festive spirit.
Bellevue - December 6, 10am-8pm
Taking place at Bellevue park on Friday, November 6, Fair Event Management, the team behind Wrexham Feast and Wrexham Night Markets are hosting this Christmas Fair.
There is set to be all sorts of festive stalls and activities throughout the day, as well as the all important lights switch on later in the day.
If you know of any further Christmas lights switch on events in the Wrexham area, please email us at news@leaderlive.co.uk
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