KILDARE: Christmas lights being switched on in Naas on November 26

Santa is coming to Naas town on November 26, arriving at the courthouse around 12 noon until 4pm, so don’t miss out.

The town's Christmas lights will also be officially turned on by the Mayor, Cllr Evie Sammon at 4.30pm.

Christmas lights and other festivities in Naas are organised by a committee made up of Cllr Anne Breen, Catherine Whelan, Cllr Fintan Brett, Cllr Colm Kenny, Kim Kelleher, Fiona Masterson and Rioghnagh Bracken.

Committee member Rioghnagh Bracken said: "Santa will be rewarding those children that have been good all year with a little something special in his fantastic grotto and with the help of his little elves.

"There will be on entertainment on the street of Naas  including music at the courthouse from Celine Dunne, Brian Brady, the hospital choir, Kilteel and Kill Ceili Band and many more.

"Due to a huge demand this year will see an increase of market stalls at the Friary Road carpark and other areas.

"The highlight of the day however, is the turning on of the Christmas lights, for which we have invited our Mayor to do at around 4.30 pm that evening.

"There will be a sleigh on the Main Street for children to get into and have photos taken, and also the now famous Santa truck will be stationed on Main Street, sponsored by Anthony Judge.

"There will also be a convoy of classic cars courtesy of Paul O’Sullivan and Alan Whelan. The Grotto at the Basin Street Centre is courtesy of Fiona Masterson.

"The Christmas markets will also run on Saturday, December 3 with celebrations culminating in the candlelight procession at the Harbour on December 17 after 6pm Mass."

On behalf of the committee I would like to thank Naas Gardaí, Naas Rovers, Naas Basketball Club, Naas CBS, Naas Civil Defence, and of course Kildare County Council."