The Bedminster Winter Lantern Parade

We are the Bedminster Winter Lantern Project, and we are behind the annual Bedminster Winter Lantern Parade.

Each year on a dark, gloomy January evening, 2,000+ residents, artists, musicians, our MP and local Councillors, join together to illuminate the streets to promote and celebrate togetherness and hope for the new year.

Hundreds of lanterns light up Bedminster, lovingly created by members of the community – from nursery children to senior citizens. As the Bristol Samba band approaches, excitement builds for spectators as they hear the music and wait to be delighted by the lanterns, big and small, in all shapes and sizes.

But the story doesn’t start there. For months leading up to the event, our artists engage with community groups, schools and local businesses to help them plan and bring to life their ideas, helping develop their creative, teamwork and personal skills while they are having fun.
We’ve had some really amazing experiences over the years, working with local residents across all ages and walks of life, building thousands of lanterns for our multi-generational project that celebrates the creativity, inclusivity and the wonderful spirit of BS3.

And we CAN’T WAIT to do it again this year, and bring you along on the journey with us!

Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram to find out more about our upcoming crowdfunder or get in touch if you want to make a donation or find out more about volunteering.

We’d also love to hear from community and street groups in BS3 who want to take part in the Lantern Parade this year!