See pictures from the Christmas lights switch on at Broad Street Mall
Dancing on Ice winner and singer Jake Quickenden had the honour of switching the lights on this year
Jake Quickenden, Santa, an elf and mall manager Graham Mountford switch the lights on. Credit: getreading
Before the big light switch on, there were performances from Commercial Arts Training Academy and Theatre Train. Credit: getreading
Performers from Theatre Train wowed the audience at the event.Credit: getreading
Singers from the Commercial Arts Training Academy perform for onlookers. Credit: getreading
Proud parents and shoppers film the action. Credit: getreading
It was an event for all ages, with this young boy from the Commercial Arts Training Academy singing his heart out. Credit: getreading
A group of talented young singers on stage. Credit: getreading
It was a great event for children to show of their talent. Credit: getreading
Shoppers watch proceedings from the top floor of the mall. Credit: getreading
A woman plays piano and sings for the crowd. Credit: getreading
The main event, Jake Quickenden, takes the stage. Credit: getreading
Jake belts lyrics out. Credit: getreading
And the crowds loved it. Credit: getreading
Why so blue? A girl shows off her blue tongue after eating some sweets. Credit: getreading
Jake singing on stage. Credit: getreading
Young crowd members watch on. Credit: getreading
The crowds film Jake's performance. You can see Reading Elvis here (real name David Allon). Credit: getreading
After singing, Jake joined Santa, an elf helper and Graham Mountford go to the big button to switch the lights on. Credit: getreading
Boom! The lights are on! Credit: getreading
The lights are on in the mall. Credit: getreading
A girl looks on in wonder at the lights. Credit: getreading
After the lights switch on, Jake Quickenden met fans. Credit: getreading
