Join in the 2012 Festive Fun as High Streets are lit up for Christmas

Dumbarton and Alexandria High Streets will soon be lit up for the festive season, with the ever-popular Christmas switch-on events set to take place on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th November.

Alexandria's wonderful festive lights will be officially switched on at 4.30pm on Saturday 24^th November by our special guest 'Santa Claus', who has taken time out of his busy schedule to visit the Vale of Leven.

Before the big switch-on, the Your Radio team will host a live radio roadshow in the heart of Alexandria from noon until 4:30pm, packed with great music and a host of live performances. 

Amongst the popular children's rides you may spot Santa's helper 'Freddie the Elf'.  He will be on the High Street collecting letters for Santa and giving away balloon models and special treats to the children. 

The Festive season then gets underway in Dumbarton on Sunday, 25^th November when the lights are switched on at 4.30pm.

To keep the crowds entertained and get everybody in the Christmas spirit, the Council has lined up a fantastic array of music and dance to add that special sparkle - and of course a visit from the guest of honour, Santa himself.

From noon, Your Radio will get the party started on the roadshow stage with a talented line up of performers and local acts.

Along with a variety of children's rides, Santa's helper 'Freddie the Elf' will also be on hand giving away special treats to the children and collecting letters to Santa.

Councillor David McBride, Chairman of West Dunbartonshire Leisure said: "As always the Christmas lights switch-on events in Dumbarton and Alexandria will be a fantastic day out for families - they can expect a wide array of entertainment for children and adults alike. I'd urge local people to come along and get into the Christmas spirit!"