The main Poulton Street was closed and lined with more than 40 stalls featuring a wide range of goods, while a festive procession dazzled with an array of performers, dancers and a visit from Father Christmas and The Grinch.
Santa's Grotto, elves, children's entertainers and face painting all featured, along with a snow machine and superheroes.
Heidi Hopkinson, owner of the Serendipity shop in Poulton Street and a member of the Kirkham Christmas Lights Committee, said: "We were thrilled to bring the magic of the season to our town through the Kirkham Christmas event.
“It was a spectacular celebration for the whole family.”
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The Kirkham Christmas market, parade and lights switch-on featured a host of colourful festive delights. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
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All manner of costumes were on display at the Kirkham Christmas market, parade and lights switch on. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
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The Grinch couldn't keep away from the Kirkham Christmas market, parade and lights switch-on. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
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The Grinch joins in the festive parade at Kirkham. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
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A wide array of cheeses were among the items on offer at Kirkham's Christmas market. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson
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Even four-legged friends dressed up to join in the fun at Kirkham Christmas parade. Photo: Photographer Michelle Adamson