Northern Lights tickets go on sale today for Manchester’s brand new winter light trail
Over 20,000 people have signed up for early bird tickets to experience the immersive Northern Lights light trail which is set to illuminate Manchester this winter. For the first time ever, the nationally acclaimed event, Northern Lights Manchester will illuminate Heaton Park this November and December, with tickets now on sale.
- Northern Lights Manchester, a world-class immersive light trail is set to illuminate Heaton Park in Manchester for the very first time from 20th November to 31st December 2025.
- The mile-long route will feature 15 large scale installations synchronised to bespoke soundtracks from creative partners including Mandy Lights and Ithaca Studios—the visionary minds behind headline installations at Kew Gardens, Netflix, and Glastonbury.
- Tickets are now on sale via northernlightsmanchester.com

Lighting up Manchester’s Heaton Park like never before, Northern Lights Manchester bringing its breathtaking light trail to the city where families of all ages can experience special effects, dynamic choreography and a Christmas Village filled with festive treats throughout November and December.
Northern Lights Manchester has already received over 20,000 pre-sale sign-ups with an incredible response to its initial announcement in May. With a huge level of excitement and anticipation in and around the city, it’s set to be an unmissable festive attraction. Tickets for the mile-long, 90-minute, accessible experience go on sale at 10am today.
Roxy Robinson, Creative Director of From The Fields, said: “From the moment you step into Heaton Park, you’ll discover a light trail that celebrates both the park’s heritage and the season’s magic. Drawing on inspiration from our trails in Cardiff, Newcastle and Leeds, our creative and production teams have integrated illuminated art, original soundscapes and accessibility at every step to deliver an immersive, welcoming experience for all. We can’t wait for Manchester to experience this new festive tradition—complete with a Christmas Village of local traders, fairground entertainment and seasonal treats to round off the evening.”
What to expect from Northern Lights Manchester?
Northern Lights Manchester is brought to life by From The Fields, the company behind award-winning events Bluedot, Kendal Calling, Christmas at Bute Park, Northern Lights Leeds and Northern Lights Newcastle. Since its dazzling debut in 2021, the nationally acclaimed light trail series has lit up cities across the UK, welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors and featured in The Times, The Guardian and Cosmopolitan. By the end of this year, more than 1 million people are expected to have experienced the trails across all four locations – Cardiff, Leeds, Newcastle and Manchester.
The light show will be produced by a combination of local and national creatives and feature 15 captivating installations, including glowing tunnels and enchanting glades set to transform the historic park.
The magic doesn’t stop at the light trail as visitors can also explore the Christmas Village with treats from Manchester’s finest independent traders. Expect a festive atmosphere like no other, whether it’s warming up with a cup of mulled wine, indulging in a speciality hot chocolate or enjoying a mouth-watering selection of street food – all served within a cosy, winter setting with vintage fairground rides and open fire pits.
Accessibility:
The light trail will be fully accessible and will follow hard paths, ramps, and matted areas, with no steps, making it suitable for wheelchairs and prams.
- Dedicated quiet sessions for neurodivergent visitors
- Queue-jump wristbands for those with additional needs