Mayor’s Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day 2026 to Rejoice “A City That Sees Everyone”

Save the date – one of many Council’s most fun occasions is returning on Saturday 9 May!

The ever-fabulous Mayor’s Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day shall be led by our Mayor, Alderman Amanda Grehan, whose chosen theme this yr is “A City That Sees Everyone!” 

The Carnival Parade will go away ISLAND Arts Centre at 1pm and guarantees to carry a vibrant, festive ambiance to the streets of Lisburn from the very begin. With spectacular floats, carnival performers, music, and way more, this spectacular line-up is to not be missed.

Schools and neighborhood teams from throughout Lisburn and Castlereagh will participate, having created their costumes and props by way of artwork workshops supplied by ISLAND Arts Centre. This participation is a vastly vital component of the occasion, completely reflecting the Mayor’s inclusive theme. 

The Family Fun Day at Wallace Park kicks off at 12 midday, promising a free afternoon of leisure and actions for all. When the parade arrives on the park (roughly 1.30pm), Mayor Amanda will be a part of the celebrations alongside the revellers. 

Little ones can discover a devoted Kids’ Zone, meet their favorite walkabout characters, and revel in encounters with pleasant animals, whereas the principle stage will host dwell performances starting from a high-energy Wicked tribute to nostalgic hits from Jersey Boys and The Femmes. 

Visitors may also cease by the Sustainability Village—a devoted house providing sensible, eco-friendly suggestions and concepts on how we will all work collectively to guard this stunning place we name residence for generations to return. 

With a big selection of meals stalls and loads of house to calm down, the occasion guarantees enjoyable for each age. A quiet zone may also be accessible for many who would love some downtime away from the joy. 

The Family Fun Day will run till 5pm. Please word: solely help canine are permitted on the occasion. 

Mayor Amanda has labored tirelessly all through her time period to help her chosen charity, Action Cancer, with really excellent outcomes. There shall be alternatives to donate on the day—simply look out for the bucket collectors in Wallace Park. 

Mayor Amanda mentioned of this yr’s occasion: “I’m so excited for this yr’s Mayor’s Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day – it’s at all times a spotlight of the calendar, and I do know this yr shall be no totally different.

“With our theme, ‘A City That Sees Everyone’, this occasion is all about celebrating inclusion, range and neighborhood spirit. It shall be a unbelievable approach to finish my time period as Mayor and a day the place everybody feels welcome, valued and in a position to benefit from the celebrations collectively.” 

Councillor Tim Mitchell, Chair of Communities and Wellbeing mentioned, “This is among the standout occasions in our metropolis’s calendar and an actual showcase of the power, creativity and variety of our communities.

“From the colorful parade to the big selection of actions in Wallace Park, there actually is one thing for everybody. I’d encourage everybody to return alongside, take in the ambiance and revel in a unbelievable day trip with household and associates.” 

The Mayor’s Carnival Parade and Family Fun Day usually attracts 1000’s of spectators, so arriving early is extremely advisable. We’ve been fortunate with the climate in earlier years—so right here’s hoping for sunshine once more in 2026. Just in case, don’t overlook your solar cream! 

For extra data and to remain to updated with the occasion, please go to www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk