Paddock Wood Carnival Weekend

Each summer the huge Carnival weekend , split over 2 days and held in St Andrew’s Field in Paddock Wood. Again this year, ‘Rockin’ in the Rec’ which is a live music event held on a big stage will be on Saturday evening 4.30pm until 10pm. We have a mix of bands and singers and invite everyone to bring their picnic chairs and blankets plus all the family to sit and enjoy this free event. We provide food stalls and a bar for refreshments.

The Carnival is on Sunday, July 12th 12- 4.30pm Early on Sunday morning, you will find Lions on the field erecting marquees, setting out the arena and directing stallholders. Our biggest event of the year and running for over 30 years, the Carnival Parade and Fete attracts over 2,000 people from far and wide. We have a huge collection of stallholders, events in the arena throughout the day (which can involve participation), Shaw’s funfair and a range of food and beverage providers. There is something for everyone.

The parade leaves Eldon Way at 12pm and makes its way down the high street and up Church road to the field. There are usually over 200 participants, all dressed up according to the theme for that year and competing to sing the loudest. Previous themes have included: musicals, films, circus, carnival, Disney, music through the decades and more.