Now in its fourth year, the annual Manchester Day Parade is a celebration of (new word time) 'Manchesterness'.. :-) 

A celebration of diversity and creativity, it is a coming together of a wide range of service organisations, community groups and others, with one aim: to put on a show for - and involving - the people of Manchester.

I was commissioned to cover one of the largest sections of the parade by local Calderdale creative company Thingumajig Theatre. They were responsible for designing, building, coordinating and leading the various groups involved in the Wythenshawe section of the parade.

The glorious hot weather added to the sunny disposition of the parade participants and the crowds making it a spectacular parade.  

Full event gallery here  all photos (c) Craig Shaw. all rights reserved.

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