Manchester: There will not be an official Christmas lights switch-on in Manchester, but the lights will be turned on across the city on Friday 6 November.
Bury: The Rock Shopping Centre is marking its 15th year with a new tradition – its first Christmas parade and lights switch-on, on Saturday 7 November. Festivities start from 16:00 where visitors are asked to meet for the parade.
Oldham: The Christmas lights switch-on will be held on Saturday 14 November, starting with meet and greets with Peppa Pig, appearances from Oldham’s mascots and activities by the Spindles Kids Club from 13:00. Celebrations will feature Father Christmas, Peppa Pig’s Dance Party, Oldham Rock Choir and performances from Fierce Dance, followed by fireworks and a lights and laser show from 17:30.
Tameside: The Northern Lights Lantern Parade in Ashton returns on Saturday 14 November, setting off at 17:00 and wrapping up with a festive light switch-on at about 18:30.
Stockport: More than 200 performers and 50 free shows are set to take over the town centre on Sunday 15 November from 12:00 to 17:00, followed by a parade featuring more than 100 drummers, with the Christmas lights switch-on at 16:45.
Rochdale: The Christmas lights switch-on will take place on Sunday 22 November at 17:30 in front of the town hall following a countdown. Ignite Fire Festival continues opposite Rochdale Town Hall until 20:00.