The theme of this year’s event was ‘From Broadway to Blackburn featured dancing and singing performances on a huge stage in King William Street, with music from hit musicals of the stage and screen including Footloose.
Aleeza Isa, 15, and Alisha Seedat, 14, from local charity One Voice Blackburn played hosts for the festive extravaganza and even the big man himself paid a visit on the day.
Take a look at some pictures from the big switch on. B
1. Blackburn Christmas lights switch on 2023
Father Christmas makes an appearance with Isaac Wood, 5, nominated by Derian House Children’s Hospice who support Isaac and his family who switched on the Christmas Lights Photo: UGC
3. Blackburn Christmas lights switch on 2023
Talented presenters Aleeza Isa, 15, and Alisha Seedat, 14, from charity OneVoice Blackburn Photo: UGC
4. Blackburn Christmas lights switch on 2023
Blackburn Festival of Light Street Band Photo: UGC