The magical Northern Lights Winter Parade is set to make its highly anticipated return this winter on Saturday 15 November, marking the start of Tameside’s festive celebrations.
The spectacular yearly event will take place in Stalybridge, offering a FREE evening of sparkling culture and celebration, combining unforgettable lantern displays and vibrant performances to create an electric atmosphere!
The parade will be 5pm-6pm, light switch on - 6pm.
This event will be taking place during a festive Stalybridge Street Fest (4-8pm).
The Artisan Markets will also be commencing the Christmas celebrations from 11am.
Tameside Council, alongside creative winter parade partners Global Grooves, Cabasa and No Eyed Theatre will collaborate with local creative organisations, community groups and volunteers and together will host an unforgettable evening to start the countdown to Christmas.
As always, the evening will also include local talent, dancers, and artists to help create a glowing spectacle that captures the spirit of the season. This year the parade will also be supported by festive themed Stalybridge Street Fest!

Following the parade, Christmas Celebrations will continue with events held across the borough throughout November and the beginning of December.
Each of Tameside’s nine towns will host a festive event with music, food, and community, as they each turn on their Christmas tree lights.
Come along for magical Christmas Celebrations.
Dukinfield Town Hall – Friday 21 November – 5pm-6:30pm
Denton Civic Square- Saturday 22 November – 12pm-8pm
Ashton Town Centre – Saturday 22 November – 11am-6pm
Audenshaw, Ryecroft Hall – Friday 28 November - 4pm-8pm
Droylsden, Villemomble Square - Saturday 29 November -2pm-6pm
Hyde, Market Square - Saturday 29 November – 3pm-6pm
Hattersley Hub - Friday 5 December – 4pm-8pm
Mossley, George Lawton Hall – Friday 5 December – 4pm-7:30pm
Micklehurst, Mossley Youth Base - Saturday 6 December -4:30pm-6:45pm
Watch this space to find out more....