Over 18,000 people attended Harpenden's Christmas Carnival last weekend, and were treated to a range of festive activities.

The event took place on Sunday, November 27, and featured Christmas-themed activities, market stalls and fairground rides.

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Father Christmas was also present in both the Harpenden Common Grotto and in a procession through the High Street.

Live entertainment from local acts such as the Harpenden and Wheathampstead Gang Show, the Harpenden Pantomime, singer Simon Cragg and cover band Right as Rain.

Herts Advertiser: A range of funfair rides were present.A range of funfair rides were present. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

The town's Mayor, Cllr Lisa Scriven, was joined on stage by the winner of the Mayor's christmas card competition, the pantomime cast and sponsors SA Law for the annual Christmas lights switch-on.

Herts Advertiser: The event took place on Harpenden's High Street.The event took place on Harpenden's High Street. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

The Mayor said: "The Christmas Carnival is a really exciting event in Harpenden with a wonderful festive atmosphere.

"It is always a pleasure to see residents and visitors of all ages enjoying the entertainment, food and drinks, as well as doing a spot of Christmas shopping.

Herts Advertiser: Father Christmas took part in a procession through the town.Father Christmas took part in a procession through the town. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

"We would like to thank SA Law for supporting the 2022 Carnival as our Principal Sponsor and helping to make this year’s event such a success!”

Herts Advertiser: A range of market stalls were present during the event.A range of market stalls were present during the event. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

SA Law's director of financial and business support, Gill Garrett, added: "The Harpenden Christmas Carnival is an integral part of our seasonal celebrations; with many SA Law staff members being residents who enjoy the carnival year after year.

Herts Advertiser: Over 18,000 attended the event.Over 18,000 attended the event. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

"It’s a pleasure to be able to contribute to the town's Christmas experience in such a positive way. Importantly, many elements of the carnival were free to attend and enjoy, making it an accessible and inclusive event.

Herts Advertiser: The Harpenden Christmas lights being switched on.The Harpenden Christmas lights being switched on. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

"We are delighted to support our community by helping to spread some festive joy.”

Herts Advertiser: Christmas gifts and seasonal produce were sold at the event.Christmas gifts and seasonal produce were sold at the event. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

Herts Advertiser: Festive joy was spread during the event.Festive joy was spread during the event. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)

Herts Advertiser: A number of local acts performed at the event.A number of local acts performed at the event. (Image: Harpenden Photographic Society)