Photographer Richard Ponter was on hand to capture images on the Friday night.
5. Whitby Christmas Festival
The lantern parade got the festival under way, 195012c
Photo: Richard Ponter
In pictures - Whitby's Christmas Festival gets crowds in festive mood
Whitby Town Council organised a fantastic Christmas Festival weekend to launch the festive season in town.
By Duncan Atkins
Tuesday, 19th November 2019, 6:00 pm
Updated Tuesday, 19th November 2019, 6:00 pm