Hundreds of people flocked to the town centre for this year's Christmas light switch-on event.
Despite the wet weather, traders and residents came together to mark the start of Christmas in Stourbridge with celebrations throughout the high street.
There were plenty of gift and food stalls to enjoy as well as children's rides and live entertainment, including choir performances, on Crown Square.
A giant snow globe in the Ryemarket was a particular favourite for families with people able to step into a magical snowscape.
There was even an opportunity to have story time with Santa in his grotto at Stourbridge Town Hall.
Ahead of the lights switch-on, Mayor of Dudley Councillor Peter Lee thanked all the sponsors for their support and said the weather "didn't kill the Christmas spirit".
He said: "I'd like to thank all the entertainers and the traders for taking part today to make this so successful.
One resident at the event said: “There is a big turnout. It’s fabulous to see so many people come out and support the event.
”The stalls were all fantastic.”
Crowds were singing in the build-up to the light switch-on at 5pm, where five-year-old Lilly Cook was chosen to help the Mayor of Dudley, Councillor Peter Lee, turn on the lights.
Talking about Lilly, Millie Walton said: "She was so excited to be involved."
There was a countdown and crowds cheered when the lights were officially switched on to mark the start of Christmas in the town.
On social media, MP Cat Eccles said: "It was a double dose of Christmas yesterday with light switch-ons in Brierley Hill and Stourbridge.
"Great to see so many people out getting in the festive spirit."
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