2011 is the 80th anniversary of the Long Eaton Carnival. For a history of the carnival, click the link to the left.
Road Parade
The Road Parade is always a highlight of the carnival - the vibrant displays really get everyone in a carnival mood! Once again, entry is free, so get your thinking caps on and come up with a stunning idea for your entry.
Bands
This year we welcome the band from Essen in Germany, who are over here in Long Eaton for a twinning visit with their counterparts, the Long Eaton Militaires. They will be marching in the parade, and we hope that they can also perform on the field.
Along with them are the Long Eaton Militaires, the Breaston Highlanders, the Boys' Brigade Band and a band from Newport in Wales.
Stalls
Always a great feature of the event are the stalls provided by a myriad of organisations both local and national. Some will be under cover in the big marquee, others will be out on the field. Read more here, particularly if you would like to book a stall.
Entertainments
As usual there will be lots going on. Armstrong's Fun Fair will also be on the field from Friday through to Sunday. The Performance Marquee will be hosting various musicains and artists, and also displays celebrating the 400th annviersary of the King James Bible.
And there's more...
This year we will be having events taking place on the Friday and Saturday nights, in addition to the main parade and show on Saturday during the day.
Friday night
Friday night (24 June) was SummerStorm 2011 featuring
- Death by Orchestra
- Whitemoor
- The AfterDark Movement
- The MISSINGWORD Scandal
- and more...
Click the facebook link for more info.
Tickets £4 in advance, £5 on the gate.
Strictly over 18's only, ID may be required.
Tickets on sale soon through VivaRepublik.com
Gates open 6pm Friday 24th June 2011.
Saturday night - Oompah night!
An evening of fun and frolics featuring the Bavarian Strollers - see here for more details.
Sunday afternoon - 80th Birthday Funday
Fun and games courtesy of Major Oak Sports Coaching were enjoyed by many families in glorious sunshine. Children were able to have a go at goal scoring, converting a rugby try, and golf. There were races over 25m and 50m - including one where the Carnival Committee were prevailed upon to race against each other!