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 kick off the start of the celebrations across Tameside
Tameside Northern Lights Winter Parade
Stalybridge - Saturday 15 November
The parade time: 5pm-6pm
Stalybridge Street Fest: 4pm-8pm
Artisan markets will be in the Civic hall from 11am
Everyone is invited to join in and be part of the WinterParade, 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.
Free parking is available from 4pm at Rassbottom Street Car Park.
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.
Come along for magical Christmas Celebrations.
Dukinfield Town Hall – Friday 21 November – 5pm-6:30pm
Free parking at Dukinfield Town Hall Car Park from 4pm
Denton Civic Square- Saturday 22 November – 12pm-8pm
Free parking at Denton Wellness Centre and Queen Street Car Parks from 4pm
Ashton Town Centre – Saturday 22 November – 11am-6pm
Free parking from 4pm at Old Cross Street, Henrietta Street, Wimpole Street, Mulberry Street, Union Street, Water Street and Old Street car parks.
Audenshaw, Ryecroft Hall – Friday 28 November - 4pm-8pm
Droylsden, Villemomble Square - Saturday 29 November -2pm-6pm
Free parking at Market Square car park from 4pm.
Hyde, Market Square - Saturday 29 November – 3pm-6pm
Free parking at Beeley Street, Clarendon Street, Water Street, Cross Street, Union Street
and Chapel Street car parks from 4pm.
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
Free parking at Market Ground and Mill Street Car parks from 4pm.
To find out more about car parking go to Car Parking Facilities in Tameside.
