Halifax Courier

Christmas parade to be held again this year

- Sarah Fitton sarah.fitton@nationalwo­rld.com @HXCourier

Organisers of a parade that attracted thousands of people to Halifax town centre say the event will be held again this year.

Last year’s Halifax Christmas Parade was a massive success, seeing hordes of people flock to enjoy beautifull­ycrafted light-up puppets and lanterns, a troupe of dancing elves and stomping music.

After a day of festive entertainm­ent around the town – which included characters from the pantomimes at Victoria Theatre and Viaduct Theatre, face-painting and more - the parade set off from Woolshops and made its way through part of the town centre to The Piece Hall.

Discover Halifax says it will again be teaming up with Handmade Production­s – the organisati­on behind Hebden Bridge’s Handmade Parade – for another “truly unforgetta­ble” event this Christmas.

And they are looking for more people to get involved.

"Following the resounding success of Parade Day 2023, we're on the lookout for businesses and talented individual­s to be part of the magic,” Discover Halifax have posted.

"Are you a town centre business eager for a sponsorshi­p opportunit­y that will shine a spotlight on your brand?

"Or perhaps you're part of a school, college, dance troupe, marching band, or theatre group bursting with talent and looking for a platform to showcase your skills?

"If you've got talent to share or a passion for spreading joy, we want you to be part of this extraordin­ary event.

"Join us as we illuminate the streets of Halifax with festive cheer and create memories that will last a lifetime.”

For more informatio­n, people can email Mandy at business@halifaxbid.co.uk

 ?? ?? Thousands of visitors flocked to see the Halifax Christmas Parade.
Thousands of visitors flocked to see the Halifax Christmas Parade.
 ?? ?? The illuminate­d puppets in the Halifax Christmas Parade.
The illuminate­d puppets in the Halifax Christmas Parade.

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