Communities across the district are busy preparing to come together to celebrate the start of the festive season in the coming weeks.
Towns and villages across the area will see residents come together to light up their local area with a number of community events planned.
With everything from markets and Santa’s grottos at the planned Christmas light switch on events there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.
The events - which are all organised by community groups – are the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.
Here are the details for the upcoming Christmas light switch on events across the Falkirk area.

5. Bonnybridge - Sunday, November 29
Bonnybridge hosts its Christmas market and light switch on event on Sunday, November 29. The market will take place in Bonnybridge community hub before the light switch on at the memorial gardens. The market runs from 2.30pm until 6.30pm. The light switch on begins at 6.45pm. Photo: Michael Gillen

6. Carronshore - Friday, December 4
The Christmas tree lights will be switched on in Carronshore on Friday, December 4. The annual event starts at 5.30pm with musical entertainment ahead of the big switch on at 6pm. The event is organised by the Carronshore Heritage Forum. Photo: Michael Gillen

7. Polmont - Friday, December 4
Polmont's Holly Jolly Christmas event returns on Friday, December 4. This year's event at Polmont Sports Centre runs from 5pm to 8.30pm. There will be market stalls, Santa and Mrs Claus in their grotto, fun and games, live music and the chance to meet the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who. The event is organised by Polmont Together. Photo: Michael Gillen

8. Airth - Saturday, December 5
Airth's annual Christmas tree light switch on takes place on Saturday, December 5. The event takes place at the Community Centre with music from around 5pm. The tree lights will be switched on at 6pm. There will be festive music and carol singing by pupils from Airth Primary School and the Tryst Church Choir. Photo: Michael Gillen

