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Gloucester Lantern Parade

4.50pm from the Cathedral

The Lantern Parade returns starring 'Community in Nature' magical lantern creations by local schools and community groups.

Enjoy a carol service at the Cathedral followed by the Lantern Parade inspired by how community is found in nature, lighting the way through the City Centre, and inspiring us to think about how coming together as a community is our superpower.

The procession will be illuminating the city centre as it moves through the gate streets and around the University of Gloucestershire building in King's Square, finishing at Blackfriars Priory.

Taking part in the parade this year:

Schools:

• Beech Green Primary School
• Calton Road Primary school
• Hillview Primary School
• Kingsholm C of E Primary School and Nursery
• Upton St Leonards Primary School

Community Groups:

• Bridge Training
• Bartongate Children and Family Centre, Barton
• Lighthouse Children and Family Centre, Linden
• Exploring Textiles at The Folk

Music

• Gloster Gladiators Scout Band

View the parade route HERE!