People across Burnage are gearing up to line the streets for a vibrant day of creativity and community spirit for the Big Burnage Parade (Sunday 5th July 2026).
The parade will begin at 11.30am and finish at 1pm, bringing people together along a decorated route to celebrate the people, places and stories that have made Burnage what it is today. The parade will begin between Avon and Mauldeth Road, pass Westcroft Community Centre before ending at Fog Lane Park on Parkville Road.
Open to everyone, the event has been designed to shine a light on one of Manchester’s often overlooked neighbourhoods and give local communities a chance to be seen and rightfully celebrated.
The Big Burnage Parade is a large-scale creative project led by local partners including Burnage Library, Burnage Community Centre, Westcroft Community Centre and Didsbury Arts Festival.
They are working alongside Manchester City Council, artists Phoebe Foxtrot and Heather Skowood, producers Leeway Creative Production, and a wide network of community groups, schools and faith organisations.
In the lead up to the event, local people have taken part in workshops across the area, helping to design banners, costumes and decorations. A standout feature of the parade will be 40 specially created banners displayed along the route on lampposts. Each banner celebrates a person with a connection to Burnage, either from the past or present, nominated by members of the community. The designs have all been inspired by ideas developed during these local workshops.
Following the parade, the celebrations will continue with a free finale event at Fog Lane Park from 1pm to 5pm. The event also marks the park’s centenary year, making it a special double celebration for the community. Parade-goers can look forward to a lively afternoon packed with activities, from learning circus skills to trying Manchester salsa, alongside performances from local artists. Flavourful food from Tibetan Kitchen and sweet treats from Melano Gelato will also be keeping an audience of community groups and families full in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
The Big Burnage Parade has been supported by Manchester City Council and Arts Council England, helping to make the project possible and ensure it is accessible to the whole community.
The event is encouraging everyone to get involved, with opportunities to join the parade, help create banners and costumes, support on the day or take part through music, dance or workshops, making it a true community effort for those in Burnage and across the city.
At its heart, the parade is about bringing people together, celebrating local identity and showing pride in Burnage. Whether taking part or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is invited to join in and be part of the day.
For more information about the Big Burnage Parade, please contact bigburnageparade@gmail.com.
Councillor Basat Sheikh, Executive Member for Neighbourhoods, said: “The Big Burnage Parade is about celebrating the people who make this area what it is. It will be the first parade held there, and it’s been brilliant to see so many residents, groups and schools getting involved and giving Burnage the recognition it has always deserved. We hope it brings a real sense of pride to Burnage and gives everyone a chance to come together, have fun and feel part of something special on the day.”