The Mayor’s Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day

Mark your calendars for Saturday 10th May 2025 when the Mayor's Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day, celebrating 'Wonders of Nature', takes to the streets! This whirl of colour, creativity and festive beats will delight audiences of all ages and bring the community together in a joyful celebration – all while raising awareness for Emerge Counselling Services.

At 1.00pm, the carnival parade will begin at ISLAND Arts Centre, transforming the city centre into a lively spectacle. Expect fantastical floats, energetic samba rhythms and a kaleidoscope of colour as street entertainers, local schools and community groups dressed as butterflies, bees and sunflowers parade through the streets.

The festivities continue in Wallace Park's Carnival Village from 12 noon to 5.00pm. Enjoy live shows from exciting stage acts Abba-sensations and Taylor Made NI, a dedicated Kids’ Zone, not to mention the vast array of delicious food and treats for all to enjoy.

For full details including the carnival parade route and event T&Cs visit ISLAND Arts Centre’s social media pages or go to: www.ISLANDArtsCentre.com