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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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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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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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