A POPULAR Balloch retail outlet is set to host a free Christmas festival with a Disney-inspired theme.

Loch Lomond Shores is putting on a Frozen-themed weekend for all those in a festive frame of mind on Saturday and Sunday, December 3 and 4.

Characters from the much-loved Disney franchise will be mingling amongst the crowds as well as performing on stage as the local shops overlooking the loch get into the Christmas spirit.

There will also be a Frozen family rollercoaster alongside the return of the Loch Lomond Shores Express, which will be decked out in Christmas decorations and lights.

Audrey Calder from Loch Lomond Shores said: “Last year was magical, seeing everyone have such a great time and get in the festive spirit, so we’re really excited about this year’s festival. 

"The festival combines all the great things on offer at our food festivals but adds some festive magic for children as well as some weather proofing to make it comfortable for all our festival goers.

“We’ll be welcoming back lots of exciting performers as well as Cassi from Radio Clyde, popular market and street food vendors, rides and much more. 

"The big addition to this year’s festival is our Frozen family rollercoaster that will be right in the heart of the festival and provide amazing views of the loch and the stage.”

The festival will be on between 10am and 6pm and there will also be a chance to meet Santa, who is at the Sea Life centre from December 2 to December 23. 

You can book a Santa visit here: https://www.visitsealife.com/loch-lomond/explore/events/santa-at-sea-life/.