Festive Fun in Tameside

October 22, 2025

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The countdown is on to the season of festive fun and events and there is so much going on across the borough, you won’t want to miss it!

There’s not just one or two but a total of nine community-led Christmas events taking place with one for each town to host their own unique Christmas celebration event and show their pride in their local area.

The most spectacular event of all is the borough’s annual Winter Parade which is taking place in Stalybrige this year on Saturday 15 November to herald the start of the celebrations across Tameside

Tameside Northern Lantern Parade

Stalybridge - Saturday 15 November

The parade starts at 5pm

Stalybrigde Street Fest starts at 4pm.

Everyone is invited to join in and be part of the Lantern Parade, which brings joy, excitement and a guaranteed electric atmosphere every year. There will be a fantastic and magical parade of puppets, bands, dancers, and a fun-packed stage of performers leading up to Father Christmas switching on the town’s lights live on the night.

Get involved in the fun!

There are plenty of ways to join the excitement! Whether it’s crafting a lantern, performing on stage, or simply enjoying the event as a spectator, there’s something for everyone.

Email us at events@tameside.gov.uk to discover how you can take part and find out more at www.intameside.co.uk/winterparade

Town celebrations

Our community festive events held across the borough highlight local commitment, with schools and businesses coming together to bring our town centres to life with a range of festive, family-friendly activities, including markets, Christmas fairs, holiday crafts, and musical performances.

These celebrations not only highlight our community spirit but also play a vital role in boosting the local economy and supporting local businesses across the borough.

Dukinfield – Friday 21 November

Denton - Saturday 22 November

Ashton-under-Lyne – Saturday 22 November

Audenshaw – Friday 28 November

Droylsden - Saturday 29 November

Hyde - Saturday 29 November

Hattersley - Friday 5 December

Mossley – Friday 5 December

Micklehurst - Saturday 6 December

Come and join in the fun and celebrate Christmas with us.