Step into a Christmas Time Machine

Travel through time on Manchester’s most magical light trail – where festive memories come to life

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FREE Flexible Booking:

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WHEN AND WHERE

Thursday 19^th November – Thursday 31^st December 2026

Heaton Park, Manchester

Event Postcode – M25 0DL

WHAT TO EXPECT

Northern Lights Manchester is a spectacular mile-long Christmas light trail set within the iconic Heaton Park, complete with our vibrant Christmas Village offering festive food, drinks and fairground fun.

A CHRISTMAS TIME MACHINE

For 2026 we are launching our brand-new theme which will rewind the wonder and let you relive the magic. Journey through the decades and relive the nostalgia of Christmas magic in an unforgettable immersive experience.

MAKE THIS CHRISTMAS UNFORGETTABLE

Award-winning light trails designed for families, friends, and unforgettable nights out, it’s one of the top things to do in Manchester this Christmas.

BOOK EARLY & SAVE

The countdown is on! Lock in our best ticket prices across all Peak and Off-Peak slots before prices go up on 1st September.

No code needed — discounts are already applied.

Early Bird savings are automatically unlocked at checkout until midnight on Sunday 31st August.

A rich history

Created by the team behind Kendal Calling and Bluedot festivals, Northern Lights has become one of the UK’s leading immersive light trail experiences.

Since launching in 2021, over 1.2 million visitors have experienced the magic – and Manchester is no exception.