GIBRALTAR’S Christmas lights plans have been unveiled by the Government.

This year’s Christmas Festival of Lights has been organised by the Gibraltar Cultural Services and the Gibraltar Electricity Authority.

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FESTIVE: The stunning light display in 2018 (credit: John Bugeja)

Father Christmas himself is descending for this year’s big switch-on, which also boasts a wealth of entertainment from Christian Santos.

The Xmas extravaganza kicks off in Casemates Square on November 22, with music from 6pm and the main event at 7:30pm.

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SPECTACULAR: Performers at last year’s event (credit: John Bugeja)

As if that wasn’t enough the Rock’s legendary outdoor space will also feature a Santa’s Grotto.

Following the big switch-on, the Rock’s lights will light up automatically every day until January 6, 2020.

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FATHER CHRISTMAS: in Gibraltar in 2018 (credit: John Bugeja)

The programme of events released by the Government is as follows:

  • 6:15pm – Performances by the Calpe Band, Band & Drums Association with the Sea Scouts Pipe & Drum Band, the St Anne’s Middle School Choir, GAMPA choir and Danza Academy
  • 7:15pm – Video Presentation
  • 7:30pm – Switch-on Christmas Lights ceremony
  • 7:40pm – Opening of Santa’s Grotto
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