The Hexham Lantern Parade will return this month for its fourth annual celebration.

Organised by Queen's Hall, the free event will begin at 6pm on November 15 at the Bandstand in Sele Park, Hexham.

Members of Gateway into the Community are collaborating with artists Deni Riach and Ruth Thompson to make a giant lantern to lead the parade.

Sharyn Castelow, day service manager at Gateway into the Community, said: "We are all looking forward to working with Deni and meeting Ruth to combine our many talents and be part of the lantern parade.

"We can’t wait to get started on our creation and look forward to lighting up our town."

For the first time, Groove and Glow, an interactive outdoor performance by LGBTQIA+ arts organisation Curious Arts, will launch the event with 'timeless disco hits'.

The event will take place in Sele park (Image: Supplied) The 'glowing disco on wheels' will parade through Hexham, ending at the Shambles, where everyone is invited to join in for more dancing and fun.

It features a custom-built LED trike equipped with a built-in sound system that plays disco tracks guaranteed to 'get people dancing.'

Phil Douglas, chief executive officer at Curious Arts, said: "We’re looking forward to bringing Groove and Glow, our new touring work, to the Hexham Lantern Parade this November.

"This glowing, interactive disco on wheels will kick off the festivities, bringing people together through music, dance, and community spirit.

"We can’t wait to light up the night with everyone!"

Queen's Hall artistic director, Katy Taylor, said: "We are delighted to be bringing the Lantern Parade back for the fourth year running as well as to be welcoming Groove and Glow to Hexham!

"With lots of other surprises to look forward to along the way, it’s guaranteed to better than ever.

"We know the parade has fast become something families look forward to - and can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on this year!"

More information about the even can be found on the Queen's Hall website or by searching #HexhamLanternParade and @queenshall on social media.