Manchester’s spectacular Christmas Parade is returning – bigger, brighter and more magical than ever.
Expect vibrant processions filled with dazzling characters, enchanting performances and breathtaking acts. Performers will travel through the heart of Manchester, spreading festive cheer at every turn.
Don't miss the Elf Express, a stunning train packed with cheerful elves making a special stop in Santa's favourite city on its journey to the North Pole.
This year's Manchester Christmas Parade will follow a route that starts and ends at Manchester Cathedral. Please see below for the route map and further details.
Route details
The parade will set off at 1pm from Manchester Cathedral on a circular route, travelling from Victoria Street along Deansgate, right onto John Dalton Street, left onto Cross Street, left onto Market Street along St Mary's Gate, right onto Deansgate back to Victoria Street and Manchester Cathedral.
To ensure that the parade can pass safely through the streets of Manchester, tram services will not stop at Exchange Square between 12pm and 2.30pm. Trams will instead divert via Market Street and Shudehill.