IT has been announced that Pingu the penguin will switch on the town’s Christmas lights on November 20.
Like last year’s event, the switch-on is aimed primarily at young families, but kids big and small are invited to join in the fun.
It will take place at the front of the Town Hall from 5pm, with Dearne FM playing all the Christmas classics to get people in the mood for the festive season.
Pingu will be joined by the Mayor of Barnsley, Cllr Ken Richardson and special guests (to be announced) to switch on the lights at 6pm, followed by a fireworks display.
There will also be children's rides in the town centre and late night shopping until 7.30pm and Experience Barnsley will also be staying open until 7.30pm.
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