Maldon's Christmas lights will illuminate the town on Saturday.
They will be switched on outside All Saints Church in Maldon High Street at 3.30pm on November 29.
Father Christmas will make an appearance and there will also be carol singing.
An advent Sunday will then take place the on November 30 to mark the beginning of the festive season.
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