Can you spot yourself in the crowd from our pictures taken on the night?
1. Youngsters enjoy performances
Youngsters and families enjoy the festive performances on the night. Photo: Kevin Brady
2. Lighting up the town
Many members of the crowd brought their own light-up wands and merchandise to the event. Photo: Kevin Brady
3. Miss Toni's Academy Choir perform
Miss Toni's Academy Choir performed at the Hartlepool Christmas lights switch-on. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. Family occasion
It was a family occasion at the Hartlepool Christmas light switch-on, with youngsters of all ages turning out to enjoy the festivities. Photo: Kevin Brady