With Christmas just around the corner, the festive countdown in Cumberland has officially begun - and Cumberland Council has announced one of the season’s most anticipated sparkling events for the area.
Pop sensation AMELLE, best known as a member of the multi-platinum-selling group Sugababes, will be headlining this year’s Carlisle Christmas Lights Switch-On. The event will be hosted by Britain’s Got Talent Semi-Finalist and Singing Magician, Lewis Fuller, promising an afternoon full of sparkle, music, and magic.
AMELLE said: “I’m so excited to be performing in Carlisle and helping to kick start the festive season - it’s going to be such a fun afternoon! There’s something truly magical about Christmas, and I feel honoured to be part of the Christmas Lights switch-on. I can’t wait to see you all there. See you soon, Carlisle!”.
The Christmas Lights Switch-On will take place from 3pm to 5.30pm on Sunday, 16 November, outside the Old Town Hall in Carlisle city centre.
The Christmas Lights Switch-On event will also be a showcase of local community groups and performers including Razzamataz Carlisle, Northern Heights Dance School, Norman Street Primary School, Carlisle Dance Academy, Longtown Primary School and local singer, Claudia Page.
The star-studded Christmas Lights Switch-On is organised by Cumberland Council and will provide a packed family entertainment programme, to suit all ages with the switch-on taking place at 5pm.
Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s Executive Member for Vibrant and Healthy Places, added:
“The Christmas Lights Switch-On is always one of the highlights of Cumberland’s festive calendar. The event is always well attended and helps bring people into the city centre, giving a welcome boost to local businesses at the start of the busy Christmas period. It’s also a great opportunity for local performers to showcase their talents and for the community to come together to enjoy the start of the festive season”
Other events planned in the Cumberland area include Christmas Markets in Carlisle, Cockermouth, Whitehaven and Keswick.
To find out about events in your area visit www.discovercarlisle.co.uk