Par Carnival

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As far back as before the Second World War carnivals were held in Par in the summer. Early events consisted of a regatta at Par Harbour in the morning, children’s sports in the afternoon on the land now known as Snowlands and the carnival in the evening. It was a popular event and it is believed that extra trains ran from Plymouth to Par to cater for the occasion. After the carnival’s return follo

wing its absence due to the war, it continued up until 1958 when it became difficult to find people to help. In 1963 Peggy and Russell Julian organised a fancy dress parade to raise funds for St Mary’s Methodist Church. This was so successful that the following year they organised a carnival. Ever since Par Carnival has been held on the third Saturday of July, organised by a team of local volunteers and enjoys entries from local and visiting youth groups, businesses, individuals and families. In 2013 Par Carnival celebrated its 50th consecutive year of hosting a vibrant community event and donating all the profit to local organisations and charities.

Just a quick post to mention anyone interested in this year 2026 Par Carnival there is a video produced by Kernow Viddys...
15/08/2026

Just a quick post to mention anyone interested in this year 2026 Par Carnival there is a video produced by Kernow Viddys Utube site
https://www.youtube.com/live/FWhIsc0iiqY?si=ZxHufNUmwioJvYzb

Thank you to Kernow Viddys

[LIVE] Broadcast of the Par Carnival Parade in Cornwall, Saturday 1...

01/08/2026

Have you captured any great moments at our 2026 events? We’d love to see your photos! 📷

We’re looking for photos from our 2026 events to feature in our 2027 printed & online media.

If you have any suitable photos, and you’re happy for us to use them in our printed & online media, drop them over to us!

💫 What a week! 💫 It’s still not too late to send us your feedback!Somthing not right? Somthing we could do better?Perhap...
25/07/2026

💫 What a week! 💫

It’s still not too late to send us your feedback!

Somthing not right? Somthing we could do better?
Perhaps somthing else you’d like to see?

Let’s make 2027 one to remember!

💫 We want your feedback! 💫

A big thank you to all that have attended our events this year, both traders, volunteers and the community itself.

We are continuously looking to improve our events and 2026 is no exception, we now want to hear from YOU!

We want your views/thoughts & input, we love hearing the positive but also want to hear how we could improve! Could something be done better? Could we improve an event/activity? What do you enjoy the most/least? What do you want to see?

There was a lot of feedback last year, all feedback was taken on board, some things we were able to change, other things less so.

Several called for us to bring back some past events which we would absolutely love to do but sadly, with such a small committee we don’t feel that we would be able to deliver those events to the standard they need to be without more volunteers/committee members.

A major change this year was the Fete, following last years feedback we were approached by the Ship Inn with the kind offer of hosting the fete.
It wasn’t a decision we took lightly, but acknowledged that not only would it solve several problems for us, it would lower our costs, and would also tick off most of your feedback. I am heartened to say that we have already had some brilliant feedback which is lovely to hear!

Every piece of feedback, regardless of how small, matters and helps us shape our events, all feedback received will be shared with our committee and taken into consideration for 2027 and beyond!

Drop us a private message or comment below with your feedback!

Let’s make carnival week 2027 one to remember! 🎉

⭐️ It’s Prize Bingo time! ⭐️ Grab your lucky dabbers and get ready for a night full of fun, laughter, and fabulous prize...
22/07/2026

⭐️ It’s Prize Bingo time! ⭐️

Grab your lucky dabbers and get ready for a night full of fun, laughter, and fabulous prizes just waiting to be won!

Children above the age of 5 also welcome!

💫 We want your feedback! 💫 A big thank you to all that have attended our events this year, both traders, volunteers and ...
20/07/2026

💫 We want your feedback! 💫

A big thank you to all that have attended our events this year, both traders, volunteers and the community itself.

We are continuously looking to improve our events and 2026 is no exception, we now want to hear from YOU!

We want your views/thoughts & input, we love hearing the positive but also want to hear how we could improve! Could something be done better? Could we improve an event/activity? What do you enjoy the most/least? What do you want to see?

There was a lot of feedback last year, all feedback was taken on board, some things we were able to change, other things less so.

Several called for us to bring back some past events which we would absolutely love to do but sadly, with such a small committee we don’t feel that we would be able to deliver those events to the standard they need to be without more volunteers/committee members.

A major change this year was the Fete, following last years feedback we were approached by the Ship Inn with the kind offer of hosting the fete.
It wasn’t a decision we took lightly, but acknowledged that not only would it solve several problems for us, it would lower our costs, and would also tick off most of your feedback. I am heartened to say that we have already had some brilliant feedback which is lovely to hear!

Every piece of feedback, regardless of how small, matters and helps us shape our events, all feedback received will be shared with our committee and taken into consideration for 2027 and beyond!

Drop us a private message or comment below with your feedback!

Let’s make carnival week 2027 one to remember! 🎉

🏍️🚗 Vehicle Show 🚗🏍️Thank you to everyone that brought vehicles to the show, and those that went for a mooch!I think it’...
19/07/2026

🏍️🚗 Vehicle Show 🚗🏍️

Thank you to everyone that brought vehicles to the show, and those that went for a mooch!

I think it’s safe to say we were a little overwhelmed by the amount of vehicles that turned up! - Thank You!

It was lovely to see so many in the procession at the end of the day too!

Here is just a small snippet, share & tag away, if you have any photos you would like to share drop them below ⤵️⤵️

Just a snippet of Par Carnival 2026!Thank you again to all that helped, organised, got involved and entered, also to tho...
19/07/2026

Just a snippet of Par Carnival 2026!

Thank you again to all that helped, organised, got involved and entered, also to those that lined the route and supported your local Carnival!

Feel free to share, tag your friends, family, neighbours, random people, or even your enemies! Why not!

If you have taken any photos you want to share feel free to drop them below ⤵️⤵️

Until 2027…..!

The Grand Draw is at 14:00 today at St Blazey Railway Club⭐️ We have some fantastic prizes from family days out to money...
19/07/2026

The Grand Draw is at 14:00 today at St Blazey Railway Club

⭐️ We have some fantastic prizes from family days out to money off vouchers! ⭐️

It’s not too late buy tickets as we will be selling them right up until the draw.

🎉 It’s Grand Draw Time! 🎉

Sunday 19th July @ St Blazey Railway Club

With music from Silver Bullet Duo, from 14:00 - 16:00

We are drawing the results of our grand draw at 14:00, tickets are on sale up until the draw!

Some fantastic prizes are on offer this year, it’s not too late to grab a ticket!

Basket meals available if your peckish! 🍟 🍲

Everyone welcome! - see you on Sunday!

A massive thank you once again to  Walter Bailey Par Ltd for supplying the lorry’s for the carnival floats.Each year you...
19/07/2026

A massive thank you once again to Walter Bailey Par Ltd for supplying the lorry’s for the carnival floats.

Each year you continue to go above and beyond to ensure you can continue to support us and the community of Par.

On behalf of the Par Carnival Committee and the community, Thank You!

⚽️ We have a Winner!! ⚽️ Thank you to all that took part in our best dressed property competition - The FIFA World Cup!O...
18/07/2026

⚽️ We have a Winner!! ⚽️

Thank you to all that took part in our best dressed property competition - The FIFA World Cup!

Our lucky winner is:

Best Decorated Business: The Welcome Home Par

Well Done! - all entries were fantastic but sadly we could only choose one winner for each category.

Next years theme is yet to be chosen, if you have any ideas let us know!

We look forward to seeing you all later this evening for the carnival!

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