Glaswegians will soon be able to apply for this year's Christmas light switch-on ballot. The annual George Square event - which signifies the start of the festive season in Glasgow - will take place on Sunday, November 17. The event will run from 5pm to 7pm and is hosted by Glasgow Loves Christmas.
READ NEXT: Date for Glasgow's Christmas Light Switch On revealed People can apply for tickets to the free Christmas lights switch-on from Wednesday, October 2 until Sunday, October 6 on the Glasgow Life website . All details will be shared on the People Make Glasgow'S Facebook, Instagram, and X. (Image: Image of Glasgow's Christmas light switch-on) Lucky ticket holders will be treated to a preview of the Pavilion’s hilarious panto Beauty and the Beastie, with cast members headlining a packed programme of merriment, including live music and sing-alongs.
Attendees will also see the City Chambers bathed in light during a 30-minute, state-of-the-art, lighting and projection show. Glasgow’s Lord Provost, Jacqueline McLaren, said: “The nights may be getting darker, but they provide a stunning backdrop for Glasgow’s spectacular Christmas Lights. "Our switching on ceremony is a firm favourite in our cultural calendar, marking the countdown to Christmas.
Fairy lights and a beautiful projection show will illuminate the City Chambers every night from November 17. "Welcoming everyone into the heart of the city this festive season.” READ NEXT: 'Noooo': Huge US superstar cancels Glasgo.
