Hitchin will get into the festive spirit tomorrow (Saturday, November 14) as crowds gather for the town's Christmas tree lights switch-on.

Market Place will host entertainment from 11.30am, with food and drink stalls and live performances building up to the big switch-on at 6pm.

Families can also look forward to Santa's parade at 5.30pm.

The programme features The Doorstep Elves, Glee Club, Hitchin Thespians, Stagecoach Hitchin & Letchworth, Hitchin Rock Choir, Showstoppers and As One Community Choir.

Hitchin's business awards are scheduled for 3.30pm.

Following the switch-on, Hertfordshire Showband will perform at 6.10pm before The New Town Centres take to the stage at 6.30pm to keep the celebrations going.

The event runs until 9pm and is sponsored by Gatwards of Hitchin and N8 Health, with production from Concept Events.

Whether you are heading down for the daytime performances or joining the evening countdown, Market Place will be the focus of Hitchin's festive celebrations.

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Find the full programme on the Visit Hitchin website.