THE Johnstone Christmas lights switch on event is approaching fast and some roads will be closed as a result.

Revellers will descend on the town centre on Saturday, November 19, between 12noon and 5pm.

Pulse FM DJs will host the main stage set in Houstoun Square, with performances from up and coming musicians set to entertain the crowd.

Younger visitors can take the opportunity to visit Santa’s grotto in Johnstone Town Hall, which will also feature a Christmas market run by St Vincent’s Hospice and storytelling sessions by the Regal Storytelllers.

During this time, some of the area will be closed to all traffic.

Houstoun Square will be closed temporarily, from Church Street to William Street.

Alternative routes include going through Church Street, Quarry Street and William Street.