The Wednesbury Christmas lights were officially switched on on Saturday (November 22) by Emmerdale star Mark Charnock, who plays Marlon Dingle on the soap, as the highlight of the Sandwell Council-organised event.
Mr Charnock, who was at the lights switch-on last year, was the guest of honour at Saturday's event and took the time to meet soap fans, taking numerous selfies and chatting with fans of Emmerdale.
The Rotary Club of Wednesbury were also in attendance to make collections of donations, while Paw Patrol brought some colour and fun to the occasion and the main stage featured a variety of acts.
At 6pm, the time came for Mr Charnock to officially turn on the lights, with a huge fanfare and cheers from the hundreds in attendance.
Here are 15 fantastic photos which show the colour and fun of the occasion:
There was a wide range of entertainment on stage for young and old. Photo: Kennett PhotographyMr Charnock was happy to take selfies with those in attendance. Photo: Kennett PhotographyThe event saw plenty of people come to sell festive items. Photo: Kennett PhotographyIt was a time for festive songs on stage. Photo: Kennett PhotographyPaw Patrol joined Mark Charnock as guests at the event. Photo: Kennett PhotographyThe big moment arrives as Mark Charnock turns on the Christmas lights. Photo: Kennett PhotographyMark Charnock also helped to draw the raffle on stage. Photo: Kennett PhotographyRaffle prizes such as a PS5 were won on the night. Photo: Kennett PhotographyMark Charnock joined Wednesbury residents, local dignitaries and Paw Patrol in officially beginning the festive season in the town. Photo: Kennett PhotographyThe Emmerdale star was met by plenty of fans. Photo: Kennett PhotographyThe Emmerdale star had come to Wednesbury to turn on the festive lights. Photo: Kennett PhotographyMembers of the Rotary Club of Wednesbury were also in attendance. Photo: Kennett PhotographyMr Charnock was interviewed on stage by members of BBC Radio WM, who were the presenters of the event. Photo: Kennett PhotographyHundreds of people came to Wednesbury to watch the festivities. Photo: Kennett PhotographyIt was a night for fans to meet Mark Charnock and get a selfie with him. Photo: Kennett Photography
