SANTA will be at a Christmas Market in Dovercourt today.
Between 12noon and 4pm Santa wil be talking to youngsters at the Park Pavilion in Barrack Lane.
Children will also have the chance to write their Christmas wishlist and post it in his box.
Gabby the goose will also be at the market taking pictures with her new friends.
More than 80 voices will be performing with Harwich Sing, the new community choir, as well as Charlotte Forman.
Stalls will include nail candy, glass gifts, Bojangles jewellery, and a make and take table run by Home Grown Crafts.
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