Northern Lights Winter Parade

Stalybridge

Christmas 2025

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The magical Northern Lights Winter Parade is back 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 take place from 5pm-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.

You can get involved by attending lantern-making workshops during the October half term.

The sessions will take place in Stalybridge Civic Hall:

Saturday 25 October - 10.30am-1pm

Monday 27 October - 10.30am-1pm and 2.30pm-5pm

Wednesday 29 October -10.30am-1pm and 2.30pm-5pm.

Book your space using the below link.

Tameside - What's On - Lantern Making Workshops with Handmade Parade

These creations will then be used to line the route and light the way for the parade. The event will conclude with the switching on of Stalybridge’s Christmas tree lights.

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!

Dates & Times

The parade will take place from 5pm-6pm.

This event will be taking place during a festive Stalybridge Street Fest from 4-8pm.

The Artisan Markets will alsostart in the Civic Hall from 11am

Address

Armentieres Square, Stalybridge

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