Save money, buy your Ilkley Carnival wristbands before the day!

Ilkley Carnival Tickets/Wristbands

Once again you can save money by purchasing your adult wristbands before Carnival Day, and use the fast track lanes!

Wristbands are now on sale at the customer service desks at Tesco on Springs Lane and Booths – cash only please.

This weekend – committee members and helpers will be on The Grove outside Bettys on Saturday 3rd May and at Real Market on 4th May.  PLUS get your raffle tickets for a chance to WIN a VIP experience, only £2 a ticket for a full day out, food and drink in our VIP marquee, and experience our amazing parade from the open top bus (tickets only available from sellers on The Grove)!!

Ticket Prices

Adult: £8 on the gate on the day (Advance price £6)

Children 3-16/OAP: £2 on the gate on the day – under 3s free (no ticket/wristband required)

Carers: £2 on the gate on the day attending with a paying adult or child.

Entry gates on the day will accept payment by cash or card.

Please note: We don’t offer online ticket sales and a limited number of free printed programmes will be available on the day, the 2025 programme can be downloaded here.

If you have any questions about Ilkley Carnival please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions.