Community groups, dancers, musicians and performers added to the carnival atmosphere, with illuminated displays bringing bursts of colour to the evening despite the drizzle.placeholder image
Community groups, dancers, musicians and performers added to the carnival atmosphere, with illuminated displays bringing bursts of colour to the evening despite the drizzle. | Michelle Adamson

12 great photos as crowds defy rain for dazzling Torchlight Procession at Preston's Encounter Festival

Sean Gleaves
By Sean Gleaves

Digital Reporter

Published 23rd Sep 2025, 14:37 GMT

Rain showers to dampen spirits in Preston on Saturday night as the city’s Encounter Festival rounded off its 10th anniversary with a spectacular Torchlight Procession.

Wellies, umbrellas and waterproofs were out in force as hundreds lined the streets from Moor Park to the Flag Market to cheer on the colourful parade of music, dance and light.

Find our full photo gallery from the event below:

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Families and festival-goers light up the streets of Preston during the Torchlight Procession, braving the drizzle to enjoy music, dance and colourful displays.

9. Encounter Festival's spectacular Torchlight Procession

Families and festival-goers light up the streets of Preston during the Torchlight Procession, braving the drizzle to enjoy music, dance and colourful displays. | Michelle Adamson

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Festival-goers of all ages take part in the procession.

10. Encounter Festival's spectacular Torchlight Procession

Festival-goers of all ages take part in the procession. | Michelle Adamson

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A fire dancer captivates the crowd with dramatic flames and fluid movement.

11. Encounter Festival's spectacular Torchlight Procession

A fire dancer captivates the crowd with dramatic flames and fluid movement. | Michelle Adamson

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Teenagers join in the festivities, dancing and celebrating along the Torchlight Procession route with smiles and energy despite the drizzle.

12. Encounter Festival's spectacular Torchlight Procession

Teenagers join in the festivities, dancing and celebrating along the Torchlight Procession route with smiles and energy despite the drizzle. | Michelle Adamson

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