A large crowd turned out to enjoy all of the lighting-up – the first in a series of switch-on ceremonies across the borough – along with the twilight market.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the seasonal atmosphere.
1. Girls' night out
At the Christmas lights switch on are from left, Rachel McClelland, Leanne Sherman, Lucy O'Neill and Kamile Bumblyte. PT47-214. Photo: Tony Hendron
2. Hello Santa!
Santa makes a big entrance on Friday night in Portadown Town Centre. PT47-210. Photo: Tony Hendron
3. Seasonal fun
Excited to see the Christmas lights switch on in Portadown Town Centre are friends Mia Fearon, left, and Clodagh Smith, both aged 10. PT47-203. Photo: Tony Hendron
4. Seasonal cheer
Angus Graham and Lyndsey Greenlee, left, try out some mulled wine at the Portadown Twilight Market courtesy of stall holders, Sandy Weinert and Peter Murray. PT47-209. Photo: Tony Hendron