This year’s event takes place on November 26 with Pop Idol star Gareth Gates headlining.
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2001 - Bob the Builder, Santa, the mayor and JJ combine to switch on the Christmas lights. Photo: FRANK ORRELL
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2001 Wigan Christmas lights switch on. Photo: FRANK ORRELL
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2003 - Wigan Christmas Lights: Switching on the lights from left, Billy Boston, Mike Gregory, Mayor and Mayoress Councillor Wilf and Mrs Agnes Brogan and Father Christmas . Photo: Gerald Webster
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2003 - Wigan Christmas Lights: Enjoying the music in Market Place Photo: Gerald Webster