Ilkley Carnival has announced its 2026 theme with organisers inviting the community to step into the magical world of Children’s Books for the event on Monday 4 May. The theme launch marks the start of preparations for one of the town’s most anticipated annual events which raises money for the local community alongside providing a […]
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Jan
Jan
We hope to break the fundraising record for beneficiaries this year!
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Jul
Jul
Ilkley Carnival has raised £18k for local good causes thanks to a year of incredible community involvement and support for the 2025 event. Primary beneficiary Ben Rhydding Sports Club has received over £8,750, which members say will help to implement the club’s programme of flood defence works. All profits raised from Ilkley Carnival go back […]
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May
May
Our “Ilkley Past, Present, and Future” themed Carnival window display competition with Ilkley BID brought fantastic creativity to the town centre! Congratulations to Attic Womenswear in the Crescent Courtyard for their winning “summer days through the years at Ilkley Pool and Lido” inspired window. Runners-up were Fusion Chocolate UK for their “confectionery through the ages” […]
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May
May
Our Dog Show was very popular again this year! Our thanks go to Amanda and the team for running the show, all the dogs and their owners, sponsor Aireborough Skip Hire, Tyler James for suppling the prizes and to Tim Gilpin for these great photos.
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May
May
What a feast of colour in the ‘Ilkley, Past, Present and Future’ parade at Ilkley Carnival 2025! Thanks to Stuart from Your Ilkley, Sharon & Tim Sawyer, Jen Wooward and Tim Gilpin for taking so many great photos. If you have any to add please email them website@ilkleycarnival.org
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May
May
Ilkley Carnival wowed thousands this year as around 1,500 people joined in its Ilkley: Past, Present and Future-themed parade. Local schools, play groups, organisations, performers and musicians created a celebratory atmosphere as costumes, music and dance wowed crowds lining the streets. With a cultural theme designed to complement Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture, […]
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Ilkley Carnival Road Closures
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Apr
Apr
This will affect two main areas – the route of the parade and Denton Road.
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Apr
Apr
This year’s Ilkley Carnival showground will host a mix of entertainment including classic supercars and the Vander Wheel of Death Show! Alongside the gravity-defying Vander Wheel of Death headline act, we are welcoming The Fast Lane Club – home of Yorkshire’s executive, classic and prestige car collection onto the carnival showground. Visitors will see a […]
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Apr
Apr
Ilkley Rocks and Acoustic Marquee 2026 Once again Ilkley Rocks and our Acoustic Marquee will showcase some of the best local musical talent! From 12 noon and right through the afternoon, Ilkley Carnival’s mini music festival will feature a line up of bands, duos and solo performers. If you would like to show off your […]