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Machynlleth Lantern Parade & Fireworks Display

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We're back and the theme is Rainbow!

Procession starts at 18:30 from the Plas path gates on Maengwyn Street and heads toward the clock tower.

The procession and fireworks display are free but we do rely on your support and donations to fund the event to ensure we cover the costs!  

Wrap up warm and we'll see you on the street!

LANTERN WORKSHOPS - Volunteers to help your unique lantern out of willow and paper. All the materials and tools required to make your lantern will be provided. The workshops are suitable for children age 6+. Please note - children must be accompanied by an adult.

Free workshops with donations welcome to cover costs. Suggested donation £10 - £20

Tues 28th Oct: Taj Mahal Hwb 10am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4pm

Wed 29th Oct: Wynnstay 10am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4pm

Thurs 30th Oct: Sploj 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Fri 31st Oct: Taj Mahal Hwb 10am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4pm

LANTERN KITS - Want to make a lantern at home?

1. Pick up from any lantern making workshop running from 28 - 31 Oct. Good for - Having a chat with someone about your idea and what you need - you get a full pack - paper/willow/masking tape.

2. Pick up from the Taj Mahal Hwb when it’s open from 22 - 31 Oct. This option gives you flexibility if you cannot get to a workshop to pick one up. Note this option only includes paper/willow, not masking tape.

Cost for packs - suggested £5 - £10 donation by card at pick up depending on size/what you can afford.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

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Machynlleth Lantern Making Workshops, Parade & Fireworks Display

Type:Fireworks/Bonfire

Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8BL

Opening Times

Events (28 Oct 2025 - 1 Nov 2025)

* Lantern Workshops 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st October
Lantern Parade & Fireworks Display1st November

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