Cumberland Council is already counting down the days to Christmas and has announced when the Christmas lights will be switched on – by a celebrity guest.
With just over 100 days to Christmas, the council has announced just one of its many sparkling events for the area.
Singer Chesney Hawkes will headline this year’s Carlisle Christmas Lights Switch-On.
Chesney, who is known for songs like One and Only and I’m a Man Not a Boy, said: "I can't wait to perform in Carlisle, and to kick start the festive season will be so much fun.
“There is something special about Christmas and to be performing in front of so many people at the Christmas Lights switch on will be great.
“I will see you soon Carlisle!"
The sparkling spectacular will be held between 3pm and 5.30pm on Sunday, November 19, outside the Old Town Hall.
The international popstar will be joined by saxophonist Vicki Watson and the event will be hosted by family-favourite Robbie Dee.
The Christmas Lights Switch-On event will also be a showcase of local community groups and performers including Castle Carrock Primary School, Studio A Dance Company, Committed 2 Rock Community Choir and Newtown Primary School.
The star-studded Christmas Lights Switch-On is organised by Cumberland Council and will aim to provide a packed family entertainment programme to suit all ages, with the actual switching on of the lights itself happening at 5pm.
Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for vibrant and healthy places, said: “Our area has a well-established Christmas events programme, and we are delighted that this continues with Cumberland Council.
“The events are well attended and provide a boost to the local economy.
“The countdown to Christmas is underway and our area is set to be the place of choice this festive season.”
Other events planned in the Cumberland area include Christmas markets in Carlisle, Cockermouth, Whitehaven and Keswick.
To find out about events in your area visit www.discovercarlisle.co.uk.
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