Christmas officially comes to the capital this evening (Thursday).
The festive season gets into full swing in Douglas with the big Christmas lights switch-on at seven o’clock, and colourful street entertainment from 6.25pm.
There’ll also be a snow machine showering the crowds with the longed-for white stuff - and a special appearance by Father Christmas.
With the season of goodwill approaching, there has also been a gesture of goodwill by Douglas Corporation.
It is making its car parks free of charge in the run-up to the festive period.
Chairman of the public works committee, Richie McNicholl, says it’s welcome news for those hoping to shop in the capital:
(Picture courtesy of manxscenes.com)
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