🎉✨ The Gift of Christmas Trail & Lantern Parade✨🎉
Altrincham is getting ready to shine as the much-loved Gift of Christmas Trail and Lantern Parade returns on Saturday 12th December 2026!

We’re so excited to be teaming up with Altrincham BID and the Altrincham Garrick Playhouse to bring some seasonal cheer to our town — with music, storytelling, lanterns and lots of festive vibes. And the best bit? It’s completely FREE!

🌟 Here’s what’s happening:
🕛 From 12 noon – Pick up your Gift of Christmas Trail Card in Stamford Square and set off on your adventure! Meet characters from the Trail at locations throughout Altrincham.
🎶 Enjoy live performances from local schools and community choirs on the Stamford Square stage all afternoon.
🎨 Lantern-making workshops at OYEZ Arts in Altrincham Town Hall (bookable on Eventbrite).
🕓 4pm – Gather in Goose Green with your lanterns!
🕟 4.45pm – The beautiful Lantern Parade sets off, featuring the full Nativity cast, lantern puppets, schoolchildren and the brilliant Sale District Scout & Guide Band.
🌠 5.30pm – The parade ends in Stamford Square for a stunning Live Christmas Performance you won’t want to miss.

Mandy White, Director of Altrincham BID, sums it up perfectly:
“The trail truly captures the spirit of Christmas in Altrincham. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, explore the town and celebrate the festive season.”

✨ Bring the family, bring the sparkle, and let’s make some life long Christmas memories together. See you there! 💛🎄