New Mills Festival has an exciting line-up planned this year, including the much-anticipated return of the popular Lantern Procession. 

The festival opens with a special performance from Zimbabwean singers and dancers Black Umfolosi and will end with the hugely popular Folk Night, featuring the Galivantes and many other well-loved local acts.  

In between, the Festival fortnight that runs from 9 to 25 September is packed with music, drama, exhibitions, talks and hands-on fun for all the community.  

New Mills Festival's theme is 'Places and Spaces', inspired by the past and brought to life in the present.  

Patty Doran, Festival Director, said: “Community is always at the centre of New Mills Festival; this year we will explore our Places and Spaces together.  

“Local groups, organisers and venues have created a fantastic mix of music, farming, crafts, comedy, arts, talks, and even worm-based entertainment for everyone to enjoy.”  

The Lantern Procession takes place on 24 September, featuring impressive fire sculptures alongside spectacular illumination lanterns. 

Lantern workshops will take place in the weeks leading up to the event so participants can carry their own creations in the procession.  

New for this year, video projections created by internationally-renowned video projection artists Illuminos will be on display.  

Tickets for timed slots are required, with a minimum donation of £1. A Street Party follows, with street food, music, fire eaters, jugglers, stilt-walkers and more.  

Details on the full events programme and how to buy tickets is available at www.newmillsfestival.co.uk

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