Ipswich Town manager will help switch on this year’s Christmas lights as part of a major festive campaign.
Manager Gary O’Neil and club chairman Mark Ashton will join mayor Pat Bruce-Browne on stage for the switch-on at around 6.45pm on Sunday, November 15.
The event is part of Ipswich Central’s new “Follow the Stars” campaign.
Lee Walker, chief executive of Ipswich Central, said: "This year is a chance to bring the entire Ipswich community together for a brilliant campaign."
Mr Ashton said: "It’s a real pleasure to be asked to be involved with the Ipswich Christmas light switch-on alongside our manager Gary O’Neil."
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Ipswich Town FC has sponsored the Christmas tree for the event and Ipswich Central has thanked all partners involved in the campaign.
The campaign features more than 120 festive events, a lantern parade, and a digital advent calendar.
Tom Bowes, head of creative programmes at DanceEast, said: "DanceEast are incredibly excited to be presenting Autin Dance Theatre's Eko The Sea Giant this December in the heart of Ipswich."
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