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Gloucester Lantern Parade & Christmas Lights Switch On 2024

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The Lantern Parade returns starring 'Enchanted Winter Forest' magical lantern creations by local schools. Enjoy a Cathedral carol service followed by the Lantern Parade featuring music, folklore characters, and woodland creatures lighting the way from Gloucester Cathedral to Kings Square.

Schedule:
Gloucester Cathedral Carol service: 4:00 - 4:30pm
Lantern Parade start: 4:45pm (Gloucester Cathedral Grounds)
Tree of Light switch on Ceremony: 5:15pm Kings Square
Lantern Parade Finish: approx 5:45pm

Parade route: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2777076?units=km

Bright Nights is supported by Gloucester BID and Gloucester City Council

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Gloucester Lantern Parade & Christmas Lights Switch On 2024

Type:Christmas

Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2LX

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Opening Times

Season (16 Nov 2024)
DayTimes
Saturday16:40 - 17:40

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