Illustration of neighbours admiring a cottage yard full of lit snowmen and candy canes (Northern Lights Lantern Parade)

Northern Lights Lantern Parade

The procession brings together community groups, local performers, dancers, and artists around the theme of The Hare and the Moon. Attendees can carry handmade lanterns in the procession or watch the illuminated displays from the sidelines. The evening celebration concludes with a festive community light switch-on.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

public.tameside.gov.uk

When

Hours

Sets off at 5pm; wraps up with a festive light switch-on at around 6.30pm.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and community groups

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Join a lantern-making workshop if you want to create a handmade lantern to carry or place along the parade route.
  • Choose whether to join the procession or watch from the sidelines; both are invited ways to take part.
  • Bring family or friends to watch the local performers, dancers, and artists together along the parade route.
  • Stay for the community light switch-on, which concludes the evening's celebrations.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year's parade theme is The Hare and the Moon.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the parade suitable for?

People of all ages are invited, including residents and visitors.

Can I take part in the procession?

Yes. You can carry a handmade lantern and join local performers, dancers, and artists, or watch from the sidelines.

How can I get a lantern for the parade?

Lantern-making workshops give residents the chance to make a lantern to carry or use along the parade route.

What is this year's parade theme?

The theme is The Hare and the Moon, inspired by Tameside's landscape, wildlife, and imagination.

What happens at the end of the procession?

The evening concludes with a festive community light switch-on.

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