THOUSANDS of people turned out for a day of festive fun in Ringwood on Saturday.
The town centre transformed into Lapland for the annual lights switch on, which began with a Christmas market and street entertainment.
Youngsters also had the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto and make Christmas lanterns ahead of a parade through the town.
Steve Nash of the Ringwood Events Committee said: "Over the course of the day, thousands of people visited the town centre.
“We’ve had great feedback. All day, people were laughing and having a good time.”
Steve thanked 16 Ringwood schoolchildren who dressed as elves and handed out free sweets.
“They had an absolute whale of a time,” he said.
“We also gave away balloons at the end of the day.
“It was a really great event.”
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