Harpenden’s Round Table and Harpenden Town Council is excited to again work in partnership on the 56th Harpenden Summer Carnival which will take place on Saturday 17 th June, 12-6pm. This event is always a highlight of the Town’s calendar and the partnership is looking forward to welcoming residents and visitors back to this wonderful occasion!

The Round Table volunteers have worked incredibly hard to ensure that the Summer Carnival demonstrates the very best of Harpenden and offers something for everyone. From the ever-popular Savills Dog Show to bouncy inflatables, craft activities to delicious food and drinks stalls, there will be plenty to entertain all.

James Rose - Carnival Chair, Harpenden Round Table, said “We are proud to bring Harpenden Carnival back again this summer. Bring your family, bring your friends. Not only is Carnival a great day out, it celebrates local businesses and community groups, whilst raising substantial amounts for charity”.

This year, the Arena programme is bigger and better than ever and we are delighted to announce that the programme will include the incredible Black Eagles Acrobats who you may know from CBBC’s Crackerjack; these amazing talented performers promise to be a real show stopper! The Extreme Mountain Bike Show is also appearing – Europe’s number one mountain bike trials / BMX demonstration team. Plus Revellers Steelband, a Carnival favourite, will also be showcasing their vibrant talents.

The Stage also has a wonderful line up of entertainment including fabulous music from Number 7 – guaranteed to get you up on your feet. Sam Lewis will bring his acoustic guitar, guaranteed to help the Summer festival vibe, while high energy trio The Barn-ettes perform fabulous hits from the 40s to 80s.

Also new this year is a free ‘Nerf’ Arena and extra walkabout entertainment courtesy of Rob the Robot, a robot dancer!

Harpenden Town Mayor Cllr Fiona Gaskell said, “The Harpenden Carnival is an exciting summer tradition and the Town Council is delighted to continue our partnership with Harpenden Round Table. It is always wonderful to see such vibrancy and community spirit on Harpenden Common. This event is a real highlight for residents and we’re proud to support some incredible charities.”

Town Council Officers will be ready to greet you at the Information Tent on the day, near the Baa Lambs Car Park. Do come along to pick up a lost persons wristband for children and vulnerable visitors, and to find out about this and other events taking place this year, as well as our other work we do.

The Harpenden Carnival raises around £10,000 per year for charities which is a real testament to the incredible Harpenden Round Table. The event is free to enter but accepts donations. This year, the event is raising money for Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust, PARC, Isabel Hospice and the Mayor’s Charities.

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