Illuminate Parade 2024 - Folktales

The annual Boston Illuminate parade returns in 2024 for a colourful and creative illumination event on Friday 29th November.

The evening of festivities will consist of an impressive parade showcase, live music, costumes and dancing. Delivered by Transported and once again by the talented Ruth Pigott, this spectacular event promises to be bigger, brighter, and more inclusive than ever before.

This year, the parade is moving away from the Mayflower and Pilgrim themes of previous spectacles, and this parade will reflect the rich tapestry of Boston's modern identity, rooted in the tales and traditions of its residents. Expect to see lanterns taking the shape of some well-known fairy tales, but also look out for new mystical creatures that you may not have heard the legends of before.

In-between these illuminated enchanting characters, enjoy the schools and community dancers, towering stilt walker, lively puppets and dance along to the rhythms of live samba drumming.

This is more than just a parade—it's a celebration of the creativity and unity of Boston's many cultures.

Want to join in? Transported is offering free lantern-making workshops to all. Don't miss your chance to be part of Boston's most dazzling event of the year! More details coming soon.

Celebrate the start of the festive season in Boston at the Boston Christmas Light Switch-On!

Boston Light Switch On 2024 will take place on Friday 29th November at 6.45pm. After the light switch-on, you can expect entertainment across the town centre including live music from top local band 'Stolen Fridays'.

Taking place on the first day of the town's 3-day Christmas celebration event, this is a great way to kick off the festive fun in the town.

Pescod Shopping Centre light's switch on will be straight after at 7pm.

Also taking place on the evening of Friday 29th November is the Transported Illuminate Parade which promises to be an impressive spectacle, lighting up the town centre with performers and musicians parading through the market place.

Free to attend.