The heart-warming event of the season returns on Sunday 7 December from 1pm.
Manchester’s free Christmas Parade, in celebration with Quooker, is the best of its kind in the UK. It will once again bring joy to thousands of spectators, young and old.
This year, the parade is back and bigger than ever. With over 400 participants, including local community choirs, bands, dancers, and much more.
Expect processions of spectacular characters, magical performances and extraordinary acts.
Performers will weave their way through Manchester's streets, sprinkling pure festive magic.
There'll be giant puppets, Dancing Sprouts, a Reindeer Ensemble, a spectacular snow globe, and loads more.
This year's parade will set off at 1pm from Manchester Cathedral, following a circular route that ends back at the cathedral:
- Manchester Cathedral
- Victoria Street
- Deansgate
- John Dalton Street
- Cross Street
- Market Street
- St Mary's Gate
- Deansgate
- Victoria Street
- Manchester Cathedral
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There will be two accessible viewing areas available on a first-come basis. One on Cross Street (outside Boots) and one on Deansgate (outside House of Fraser).
The busiest sections of the parade route are likely to be Cross Street and St Mary's Gate.
Come together with family and friends for an unforgettable free day out in the city centre.
This year’s event is sponsored by Quooker - the tap that does everything.