Final festive celebration set to take place in Hamilton as locals gear up for Christmas Gala this weekend

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The final festive bash is set to take place in Hamilton this weekend.Crowds are expected to turn out in their droves once more as the town centre hosts its Christmas Gala on Saturday, December 17.Taking place the weekend before Christmas, locals are invited to join in the celebrations on Quarry Street, with plenty of vendors on hand at the Christmas stalls, food and drink markets, and lots more.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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