Huntingdon Carnival and Live In The Park back with success

From August 10-11, Huntingdon celebrated its annual carnival as well as the highly-anticipated Live in the Park event.

The fun-filled weekend kicked off at 12pm on Saturday with the Carnival parade at the Market Square, which featured locals from all walks of life waving flags as they proceeded to the Riverside Park. 

Flags were carried all the way down to Riverside Park. (Image: Cllr Patrick Kadewere)

Community groups, schools, and other local organisations came together to put on an "impressive display that captured the essence of the town's spirit", said Bill Hensley, chairman of Huntingdon Carnival.

Riverside Park was transformed over the weekend into a hub of activity for carnival goers. There were fairground rides, food stalls, charity stalls and a licenced bar at the park, as well as arena entertainment for all to enjoy.

There was plenty of fun at Riverside Park. (Image: Bill Hensley)

Cllr Karl Brockett, Mayor of Huntingdon, said: "The Carnival had a great attendance from all of our community members, as well as the inclusive and diverse communities that participated in the celebration of our parade."

Cllr Karl Brockett in the carnival parade. (Image: David King)

On Sunday, August 11, Live In The Park saw a host of acts take to the stage to perform for the crowds, including Oli Bruce, Louise Alban and Christian Smith and Soul Intention. 

Bill Hensley, Chairman of Huntingdon Carnival, said that one of the highlights of the weekend was the "spectacular" flyby by the RAF Commemoration Flight, which featured the Lancaster Bomber. 

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Other memorable moments include the Cromwell Vets Dog Show and the Bikers Against Child Abuse motorcycle display.

The Bikers Against Child Abuse put on a brilliant display through the town. (Image: David King)

Bill added: "It was another successful Carnival this year, and a very special thank you to the carnival committee for all their hard work throughout the year building up to the event, to all our sponsors, too numerous to mention, and a special thanks to Steve’s Cars for being our main sponsor."

The carnival committee are looking for more volunteers to help in 2025. Anyone interested can contact Bill on: bill.hensley@hcrfm.co.uk or call on 07767 823424.