Christmas has officially arrived at Edinburgh’s Westfield St James Quarter, with a spectacular Christmas light switch-on.
Forth 1 favourites Boogie and Arlene were joined on Saturday, November 7, by Santa Claus at Register Square, bringing a touch of Christmas magic to the heart of the Capital.
The celebrations saw visitors enjoy a festive parade through the Quarter, alongside entertainment featuring appearances from Santa and Mary Claus, cast members from the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh's production of A Christmas Carol, World Champion Beatboxer Hobbit, and performances from Revel Puck Circus and vocalist Unoma.
Following the Christmas light switch-on, Boogie and Arlene also visited participating retailers to collect generously donated gifts in support of the Cash for Kids' Mission Christmas campaign.
Visitors are encouraged to get involved and help ensure children who might otherwise go without have something special to open on Christmas morning.
Westfield St James Quarter is once again acting as a donation point, inviting visitors to bring a new, unwrapped gift to the Guest Services Lounge on Level 1.
9. Cash for Kids
The shopping mall is also continuing its support for Cash for Kids' Mission Christmas, helping make the festive season brighter for children and families across the local community and beyond. | Ian Georgeson Photography
10. Give this Christmas
Visitors to the city centre mall are encouraged to get involved and help ensure children who might otherwise go without have something special to open on Christmas morning. | Ian Georgeson Photography