KENILWORTH Carnival returns this Saturday to celebrate its hundredth year at the heart of the town. Whether you’re drawn to the floats, the funfair or simply the community spirit of the carnival, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
The celebrations begin with the traditional street procession leaving Forrest Road at 3pm, joined as ever by the Carnival Queen and her attendants, with floats, walkers and marching bands winding their way through town. From there, the action moves to Abbey Fields for a full afternoon and evening of live entertainment, with a strong line-up of bands and performers taking to the stage through until 10pm. There will be stalls, food, a licensed bar and a funfair to enjoy throughout. Few carnivals of this kind still exist in the country, and Kenilworth’s is one to be genuinely proud of.
The celebrations continue on Sunday 28th June with the Carnival Fun Day, running from 12:30pm with more live music and other attractions. The Grand Draw, with tickets just £1, will be drawn at 4:30pm, rounding off a wonderful weekend before the carnival comes to a close at 6pm.
I would like to thank the many local businesses who sponsor the event, alongside Warwickshire Police and Warwick District Council, whose continued backing helps make the carnival what it is.
So, whether you’ve been coming for decades or this is your first year, don’t miss your chance to be part of a century of Kenilworth tradition.
You can view the full list of events here
