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Had a ball at the last Carnival? Want to see what’s planned for 2026?

Then you’re in the right place…

The 2026 carnival is coming…

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…and all the latest information on the hottest Carnival in town
(and award winning at that) can be found right here…

So what’s happening for 2026?

It’s taking place on Saturday 6th June starting at 10:00am with a 10km and a 6km race, followed by the parade at 11:30am and then the party starts at the showground!

Entry prices: £2 child, £3 adult, £8 for family of four. But don’t forget with that comes 8 hours of entertainment, free children’s activities such as face painting and workshops, plus much more!

Carnival Day:

Here’s a summary of how things go down…

2026 Theme

This year’s theme is SIX, so get those creative juices flowing! it could be something associated with the number six, or, like we’ll be wearing, something in indigo, the sixth colour of the rainbow, or something to do with history – there was a King with six wives…

As you watch the floats come through the centre of town, there will be people collecting with buckets alongside the floats fundraising for their own organisation/charity. Show your appreciation by popping a few coins in the bucket!

Float applications are now open, keep an eye out on our social media channels for more information or email info@harboroughcarnival.co.uk

The Carnival 10K run

In 2026, there will be both a 10km and a new 6km run available to enter. Entries will be open in Jan – keep an eye out on our social media channels for more information or email run@harboroughcarnival.co.uk

The Parade & Floats

The Parade starts @ 11:30 on Burnmill Road and will parade along closed roads through the town, along Coventry Road, East Farndon Road, Welland Park Road, Northampton Road and then finish on St Mary’s Road at the Rec entrance at approximately 1pm.

Voting

As per last year, a panel of three judges will be walking along as the lorries line up on Burnmill Road to choose their first, second and third places.
As the lorries set off, look out for the rosettes on the front to designate the winners!

There will also be a presentation to the winning floats on the Rec at approximately 2.45pm.

The winning floats will receive:

First – Trophy and £100

Second – Trophy and £75

Third – Trophy and £50

Trade Stalls

The Carnival is all about showcasing the wonderful array of local produce and displaying stalls from local businesses.

Applications for stall applications will open in mid-January 2026, but if you would like to register your interest, you can contact Alison on tradestalls@harboroughcarnival.co.uk