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GALLERY: Peterhead Christmas lights come to life to spread festive cheer

The hugely popular Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
The hugely popular Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage

Thousands of Christmas lights and festive displays came to life this weekend as the community in Peterhead kicked off the festive season.

The Blue Toon is now shining in an array of bright colours – each more mesmerising than the next – with a vibrant festive cheer spreading far and wide across the town.

Locals and visitors were treated with a full day of Christmas celebrations on Saturday, with a wide range of events keeping everyone entertained from dusk until dawn.

Dozens of performers took part in the celebrations, which also included fun fair rides, Christmas carols and an abundance of freshly prepared food from local producers.

Mum and Daughter meet Santa. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage

Santa also made it to town along with his elves and faithful friends, the reindeers, to spread some Christmas magic and hear all about local children’s wishes.

Families lined up the streets as a special reindeer parade weaved its way through the town before the annual switch on of the tree lights at Drummers Corner.

This was followed by the hugely popular truck parade, as well as a spectacular fireworks display to get everyone in the Christmas mood.

A wave from the driver! Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Truck Parade on South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Burnhaven School Choir sing carols. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
People gather to listen to the carol singing. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Burnhaven School Choir entertain. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
All wrapped up on the open deck of the bus. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Mum and daughter delighted to see lights switched on. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
A family gather for Christmas Lights. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
The Christmas Tree illuminated. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Posing with Santa for a photo. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Brother and sister meet Santa. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Jordan, Kaydan and Karina pose with Santa. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage
Fireworks at South Road. Image: Brian Smith/ Jasperimage

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