There was an atmospheric glow across Oldham town centre as people gathered to enjoy the  Illuminate parade.

Music, performance and light with eye-catching installations kept the crowds entertained.

The Barnsley-based Frumptarn Guggenband provided the music, while  members of the Oldham Theatre Workshop put on a performance.

The lantern figures included a giant octopus, a nine-metre long snail, a Chinese dragon and much more.

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They were created by members of the Old Moor Nature Reserve, which is also based near Barnsley.

 A large stork, which was controlled by Old Moor volunteer Bob, who said it was "great" to see the children having fun and listening to the live music.

He said: "I'm loving it, I always do, it's great watching the kids enjoying themselves."

The Oldham Times: Bob, a volunteer at Old Moor Nature Reserve, was controlling a storkBob, a volunteer at Old Moor Nature Reserve, was controlling a stork (Image: Newsquest)

Old Moor puts together lantern displays each year and continues to create the eye-catching animal displays which many Oldham residents were able to enjoy.

Amongst those enjoying the entertainment was Asenath, who attended the event with her mother and father.

She said: "I've had the best night I have ever had.

"My favourite part was the people doing the drums and the music."

The Oldham Times: Asenath said it was the best night she had ever hadAsenath said it was the best night she had ever had (Image: Newsquest)

Oldham Parish Church and the Old Town Hall were lit up with dazzling light displays, while Market Place showcased the End Over End installation, which saw giant, bright versions of the classic toy.

Many people were carrying lanterns they had made themselves at workshops, including Sez Turner.

She said: "My sister invited me to the workshop, so I made my lantern that I've got here.

The Oldham Times: Sez made her lantern at a workshopSez made her lantern at a workshop (Image: Newsquest)

"It's been great, I've enjoyed the displays and the music, it's been a good night and a good event."

A post on Oldham Council's social media pages read: "A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us tonight.

"Your presence and enthusiasm brought our event to life in the most beautiful way."