Ilkley Carnival announces volunteer groups to benefit from event profits

Ilkley Carnival committee has announced that this year’s profits will be donated to groups who

Creative Competition

Could YOUR artwork make the cover of the Ilkley Carnival programme?

Ilkley Carnival launches Children’s Books theme for 2026

Ilkley Carnival has announced its 2026 theme with organisers inviting the community to step into

Apply to be our primary 2026 beneficiary

We hope to break the fundraising record for beneficiaries this year!

£18k shared to 2025 Ilkley Carnival beneficiaries

Ilkley Carnival has raised £18k for local good causes thanks to a year of incredible

Attic Womenswear wins Carnival window display competition

Our “Ilkley Past, Present, and Future” themed Carnival window display competition with Ilkley BID brought

Our BIGGEST parade ever!

Ilkley Carnival wowed thousands this year as around 1,500 people joined in its Ilkley: Past,

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions – On The Day – Where is the Carnival held? East Holmes

Vander Wheel of Death!

Back to WOW carnival crowds – The Vander Super Heroes Wheel Of Death Show! It’s

Ilkley Carnival Road Closures

This will affect two main areas – the route of the parade and Denton Road.

Supercars and stunt shows set to wow carnival crowds!

This year’s Ilkley Carnival showground will host a mix of entertainment including classic supercars and

Ilkley Rocks and Acoustic Marquee

Ilkley Rocks and Acoustic Marquee 2026 Once again Ilkley Rocks and our Acoustic Marquee will