A Freddie Mercury tribute act, a George Michael impersonator and a host of family favourites will take to the stage as Altrincham prepares for an 80s-inspired Christmas lights switch-on later this month.
The full entertainment line-up has been announced for the town's annual festive celebration, which takes place on Saturday 21 November and will take inspiration from the legendary Live Aid concerts of 1985.
Among the performers will be Mini Mercury, a George Michael tribute act, Nanarama and the Music Place Choir, while younger visitors can look forward to appearances from Bluey and Bingo and K Pop Hunters by The Party Princess Show.
The event, which has the theme 'Choose Alty!', will also feature performances from Little Belters, an 80s workout by Altytude Fitness and appearances from Sale Sharks and Altrincham Football Club.
The afternoon will build towards a mass singalong of the Band Aid classic Do They Know It's Christmas?, before Santa and a mystery celebrity guest take part in the all-important Christmas lights switch-on.
The identity of the celebrity guest is being kept under wraps for now, with an announcement expected soon.
The event is being organised by Altrincham BID, the organisation behind Visit Altrincham, in partnership with Happy Radio.
Proceedings will get underway at 3pm on Regent Road, with Happy Radio presenters Darren Proctor and Chelsea Norris hosting the afternoon's entertainment.
The main stage will be positioned on Regent Road, with viewing areas extending down George Street.
A relay screen on the bridge will allow visitors further away from the stage to follow the performances and switch-on.
Organisers are encouraging visitors to embrace the 80s theme, with the event celebrating the music and atmosphere of the decade that produced Live Aid.
Mandy White, Director of Altrincham BID, said: "We are delighted to be working alongside Happy Radio to deliver an event that celebrates everything that makes Altrincham special, supports our fantastic local businesses and brings residents and visitors together.
"So, dig out your 80s-inspired outfits, warm up those vocal cords and get ready to sing, dance and celebrate!
"And as we head into the festive season, we're encouraging everyone to Choose Alty – whether that's for Christmas shopping, enjoying a festive night out, or catching up with family and friends over a meal or a drink.
"By choosing Altrincham, you're supporting the town and the brilliant businesses that make it such a special place."
Costa Coffee Altrincham is the headline sponsor of this year's switch-on, with additional backing from McHale & Co Solicitors, Lund Bennett Law, Sportfive, Sale Sharks, Altrincham Football Club and The Genius Group.
Andrew Cottrell, Area Manager for Costa Coffee in Altrincham, said: "Christmas is a special time for communities, and we're delighted to be supporting the Altrincham Christmas Lights Switch-On this year.
"At Costa Coffee, we know how important those moments of coming together can be, and we're proud to help create an opportunity for the local community to enjoy the festivities and spend time with family and friends this Christmas."
The switch-on marks the start of Altrincham's programme of festive events, which will also include the return of the Lantern Parade on Saturday 12 December and Carols from King's Court on Wednesday 16 December.
Altrincham Christmas lights switch-on: Full line-up
Saturday 21 November 2026 | From 3pm | Regent Road
- Little Belters
- Bluey & Bingo
- Altytude Fitness 80s Workout
- Nanarama
- K Pop Hunters by The Party Princess Show
- Sale Sharks & Altrincham Football Club
- Mini Mercury
- Music Place Choir
- George Michael Tribute
- Do They Know It's Christmas? Singalong
- Christmas lights switch-on with Santa and a mystery celebrity guest
The running order and identity of the celebrity guest have yet to be announced.
