Leeds Lights has attracted thousands of revellers down the decades with a host of big names from the world of showbiz, sport, TV and entertainment doing the honours. The big switch-on has seen its fair share of drama over the years. This wonderful gallery, powered by photos from the YEP archive, showcases the highs and lows and memories from switch-on nights to remember. READ MORE: Watch - Secrets of Leeds Queens Hotel revealed including hidden tunnel LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
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Beverley Knight - the star booking of 2007 - suddenly pulled out just before the big switch-on after realising shed double booked Leeds with another gig. X-factor heartthrob Shayne Ward stepped in at the last minute. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
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Celebration was the name of the game in 2017 as the all conquering Rhinos flicked the switch following their Grand Final victory against Castleford Tigers. Danny McGuire & Rob Burrow did the honours. | YPN Photo: YPN
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Share your memories of Leeds Christmas lights switch ons with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | YPN Photo: YPN