CAPE TOWN - The Festive Lights Switch-On has become a beloved annual tradition in Cape Town.
Over five decades, hundreds of families from across the Mother City and beyond have gathered to witness the magical transformation of Adderley Street into a display of twinkling lights and colourful decorations.
Headlining the 2025 celebration is none other than DJ Zinhle, who brings her signature house and Amapiano beats to the heart of the city.
eNCA reporter Ayesha Ismail was there to welcome the spirit of Christmas.
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STRAP: THE MOTHER CITY GETS IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS 
SUPER: AYESHA ISMAIL, MBONELELI MBABALA
SUPER: CAPE TOWN
COUNTDOWN TO THE SWITCHING ON...
BOOM, THE LIGHTS GO ON
One thing's for sure...
Cape Town knows how to prepare for the festive season. VIZ@ ARTISTS ON STAGE
This is the 56th switching on of lights. VIZ@ LIGHTS IN ADDERLY STREET
And every year the display gets bigger and better, with local and national artists entertaining people for free. VIZ@ ARTISTS ON STAGE
This year's theme is: United in Hope. VIZ@ PEOPLE WHO CAME TO PARTY
Hope for a bigger and brighter future for all. VIZ@ PEOPLE WHO CAME TO PARTY
SUPER@ GEORDIN HILL-LEWIS, CAPE TOWN MAYOR
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But with the festive season comes an increase in crime.
SUPER@ JP SMITH, CAPE TOWN SAFETY AND SECURITY MMC
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Authorities say while they have a thorough festive season plan to fight crime, locals and visitors alike should also be aware of their surroundings. VIZ@ PEOPLE ENJOYING THEMSELVES
NATSOUND OF MUSIC
VOX POPS
And from the look of things, Cape Town is ready for the big days ahead.
NATSOUND OF PEOPLE DANCING AND MUSIC PLAYING
End off with DJ Zintle
Ayesha Ismail, Cape Town. SOQ))