Santa Claus came to town for Market Harborough’s Christmas Fayre, organised by Harborough Fayres CIC.
On Friday (December 1) many stores were open late and there were also stalls, crafts, live music and entertainment.
Thousands of visitors enjoyed falling snow, meeting the reindeer and having fun at the fairground, along with a ride on a miniature version of the Polar Express and meeting Santa in his grotto.
1. Market Harborough Christmas Fayre
Busy scenes during the late night shopping event. Photo: Andrew Carpenter
2. Market Harborough Christmas Fayre
Church Street Antiques owner Sarah Sharland winner of Best Window Display. Photo: Andrew Carpenter
3. Market Harborough Christmas Fayre
Harborough Anti-Bullying Stall Photo: Andrew Carpenter
4. Market Harborough Christmas Fayre
Festive shoppers outside Duncan Murray Wines. Photo: Andrew Carpenter