Santa will visit Dungarvan Shopping Centre to switch on the Christmas lights on Sunday, November 24th at 5pm.
Dungarvan Shopping Centre, in partnership with Waterford City and County Council, has arranged a series of festive activities leading up to the main celebration.
Santa will be escorted to Grattan Square by Waterford Fire Service on a fire tender, festively accompanied by the Waterford Kickstart Scooter Club at 4pm and will then proceed to Dungarvan Shopping Centre, on foot, to switch on the festive lighting at 5pm.
Santa will be joined by Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan / Lismore District Cllr. Pat Nugent in lighting up Dungarvan. Cllr. Nugent said, "Dungarvan is a wonderful town, and it's even more magical at Christmas. I'm delighted to be working with the Big Man himself in turning on the festive lighting in Dungarvan."
"We would encourage everyone, young and old, to come along and enjoy the festivities with family and friends and make new memories. It's also the perfect opportunity to support our great array of local retailers, restaurants and cafes by shopping local."
Dungarvan Christmas Lights switch on at Grattan Square and Dungarvan Plaza, organised by Dungarvan Shopping Centre, in association with Waterford City and County Council - David Clynch Photography
Gerry O’Connor, Manager of Dungarvan Shopping Centre, said, “We’re thrilled once again to partner with Waterford City and County Council to bring a festive glow to Dungarvan this season.
"We like to think we've created a tradition that puts the spotlight on Dungarvan and really highlights the great atmosphere and spirit of the town. Dungarvan is a gem, but it always shines a little brighter at Christmas."
In addition to the arrival of Santa, this year will see the return of the Children’s carousel and kiddie rides on the Plaza from 1pm to 5pm, WLR will be broadcasting live from its Outside Broadcast unit, and there’ll be a host of prizes and gift vouchers to kick start the Christmas season in style in Dungarvan.
Make sure you don't miss the start of the festivities in Dungarvan on Sunday, November 24th with the arrival of Santa Claus to Grattan Square at 4pm, followed by the switching on of the Christmas Lights at Dungarvan Shopping Centre at 5pm.
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