Winchester Cathedral | DIY Lantern Craft Tutorial for Winchester Cathedral's Lantern Parade

Winchester Cathedral Lantern Parade 2025

The annual lantern parade at Winchester Cathedral returns with the theme Light, bright, and sparkling. This theme draws inspiration from Jane Austen’s description in Pride and Prejudice, fitting as the celebration coincides with Jane Austen’s 250th birthday.

Join the Festivities

Celebrate Christmas with Winchester Cathedral through music, lanterns, and the Christmas Market. Participants parade from the cathedral through Winchester, lighting the way back to the cathedral.

The Reverend Canon Dr Roland Riem, Interim Dean of Winchester Cathedral, will select four winners from the parade.

Prize Categories

Best small lantern (under 1m)
Best large lantern (over 1m)
Best “on theme” lantern
Best lantern made by a group, organisation, or business

All winners will receive prizes. To register for the Lantern Parade, click “book now” at the top of the page.

Event Details and Family Fun

This year’s Lantern Parade is generously sponsored by Trethowans. It’s a fun event for all ages, welcoming everyone to join. You can invite family and friends to sing along to a joyful selection of carols and seasonal favorites within the cathedral’s atmospheric Christmas setting.

Additional Activities

Visitors are encouraged to explore the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market and take part in festive workshops, offering a wonderful chance to create keepsakes and memories with loved ones.

Author's Summary

The Winchester Cathedral Lantern Parade is a joyful, family-friendly Christmas event celebrating Jane Austen’s legacy with music, handcrafted lanterns, prizes, and festive workshops.

Winchester Cathedral — 2025-11-07