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!

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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.

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The most spectacular event of all is the borough’s annual Lantern Parade which is taking place in Hyde this year on Saturday 16 November to herald the start of the celebrations across Tameside

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Tameside Christmas Lantern Parade

Hyde Town Centre - Saturday 16 November

1pm-8pm

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Parade starts at 5pm from Hyde Town Hall

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.

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‍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.

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

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Town Centre 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.

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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.

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Friday 22 November                            

Stalybridge Street Fest and Christmas Celebration

Dukinfield

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Saturday 23 November                        

Ashton

Mossley

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Friday 29 November   

‍Audenshaw

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Saturday 30 November    

Droylsden

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Friday 6 December               

Hattersley

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Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 December        

‍Denton

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

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There are also a whole host of community led activities including a Christmas Window Trail and Christmas Animal Window Trail throughout December in Ashton town centre and a Festive Market taking place in Hyde town centre on 7 & 14 December.

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Also don't forget there's also free parking on Saturdays in December if you visiting one of our town centres acros the borough.

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