A huge street party is taking place in Stockport town centre this November.

The 'Spectacular Sunday' event will be returning for the fourth time on Sunday 15 November, with free performances taking place throughout the day.

Expect festive bands, giant puppets, street performers and much more - all scattered throughout Market Place, the Underbanks, Merseyway, Redrock and Suffragette Square.

The programme of events is expected to last from 12-5pm, with hundreds of performers.

This year, 200 performers will be taking to the streets in more than 50 free live shows - the event's grand finale performance alone will involve 100 drummers.

Some of the highlights this year include a giant snow lion, a circus adventure into space and the world's smallest nightclub.

This year's event will also coincide with the town's Christmas lights switch on, and is due to take place at 4.45pm on the day.

Entertainment will be taking place across Merseyway, Suffragette Square, the Underbanks, Market Place and Redrock - meaning there will be entertainment around every corner you turn.

The event is being organised by a joint partnership of Stockport Council, Totally Stockport, Merseyway Shopping Centre and Stockport Market.

Mark Ross, CEO of Totally Stockport, said: "There's something very Stockport about finding the world's smallest nightclub on your doorstep, encountering a giant snow lion and then watching a finale with over 100 drummers.

"Stockport's Spectacular Sunday gives us the chance to be imaginative and bring something out of the ordinary to the town. We want people to explore, discover an act they've never seen before and enjoy a unique Christmas celebration with a personality all of its own."

Cllr Micheala Meikle, cabinet member for economy, regeneration and skills at Stockport Council, said: "It's fantastic to see Stockport's Spectacular Sunday return for a fourth year.

"The event has become a much-loved part of Christmas in Stockport, bringing together creativity, community spirit and plenty of festive cheer. It's also a great opportunity to experience everything our town centre has to offer, from our historic Market Place and Underbanks to the vibrant spaces that are helping bring more people together in Stockport.

"We're looking forward to welcoming residents and visitors for what promises to be another memorable start to the festive season.

Victoria Nichol, Merseyway Centre Manager, added: "Stockport's Spectacular Sunday is a date our shoppers and retailers really look forward to.

"It brings families into town, gives them plenty to enjoy and creates a fantastic atmosphere throughout Merseyway and the town centre. With entertainment from midday and the lights switch-on at 4.45pm, visitors can make an afternoon of it, pick up some Christmas gifts and stay for what is set to be an incredible finale."