Johnstone gets set for Christmas lights switch-on.
Johnstone will get its chance to shine in the seasonal spotlight when it hosts a mixture of music and magic for its Christmas Lights Switch-on this week.
The event – expected to attract hundreds of people – will take place in Houstoun Square, with family entertainment on from noon.
There will be a day of entertainment on the big stage, headlined by boyband Rewind as well as local talent from Splash Productions and the Per4mance Stage School.
DJs from Pulse FM will also be on hand to get the party started by introducing the acts throughout the day.
Other highlights will include fun fair rides, Santa’s Grotto, and a crafts fair run by St Vincent’s Hospice.
Renfrewshire’s Provost Anne Hall will be on hand to switch on the lights at 4.30pm and will be joined by Rebecca Lamb, aged 11, who won a creative story-writing competition to have the honour of helping with the switch-on.
Provost Hall said: “The Johnstone switch-on follows successful events in Paisley and Renfrew over the past two weekends.
“This event is always well attended and I’m sure this year will be no different. I look forward to seeing everybody there.
“It’s always great to see the main town square so busy – occasions like this are good for the community and provide a boost to local businesses too.”
Full main stage timetable is as follows: Noon – Pulse FM, 12.10 – Per4mance Stage School, 12.40 – DSD Street Dance School, 13.00 – Splash Productions, 13.40 – Todi, 14.15 – Andy, 14.45 – Sweet Injection, 15.25 – Francesca Kimberley,16.00 – Rewind, 16.30 – Lights go on.