The Wrexham City Carnival returns this Saturday (18 July) with an enlarged programme that for the first time includes a city-centre parade and a day-long programme of free family entertainment at Bellevue Park. The event runs from 10:00 to 18:00 and organisers are promoting what they describe as the biggest carnival yet.
New parade to lead festivities into the park
A major addition to this year’s festival is the inaugural Wrexham City Parade, curated by The Delta Academy of Dance and Performing Arts. The procession will set off from Llwyn Isaf and will be led by a samba band, routing through the city centre before arriving at Bellevue Park to continue the day’s programme.
"The parade will leave Llwyn Isaf at around 10am, led by a samba band, before making its way through the city centre to Bellevue Park."
Organisers expect hundreds of performers to take part, including dancers, musicians and community groups, and are encouraging residents to line the route, join in the celebrations or follow the procession into the park.
Entertainment, activities and traders across the day
Once in the park visitors can expect a mixed programme of staged performances and interactive sessions. The line-up includes professional wrestling shows, live music, dance displays and participatory dance classes. For the first time the carnival will also host Wrexham’s Got Talent, a free-to-enter competition offering local performers a platform during the event.
- Family rides: dodgems, chair-o-planes, a traditional carousel and other attractions;
- Children’s activities: Tot Wheels Driving School where youngsters can drive supervised miniature cars;
- Community stage: dance groups, local musicians and the new talent competition;
- Market: a mix of local and national independent traders, plus food and drink stalls and an onsite bar.
Access, facilities and local impact
Entry to the carnival is free and organisers have provided an undercover seating area for families. The event aims to draw both residents and visitors into the city centre, supporting local traders and offering a public, low-cost cultural day out. For local hospitality and retail businesses the parade and park-based activity present an opportunity for increased footfall across the city centre on a Saturday.
| When | Where | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 18 July, 10:00–18:00 | Llwyn Isaf to Bellevue Park | Parade, live music, wrestling, children’s rides, Wrexham’s Got Talent, traders |
As with any large public event, residents should expect increased pedestrian numbers in the city centre and around Bellevue Park on Saturday. Those planning travel by car should allow additional time for parking and consider walking or using public transport where possible. The carnival’s organisers and participating groups have emphasised the family-friendly nature of the day and the free access to the majority of activities.
Further details on performance times and stall listings are expected from the event organisers in the run-up to Saturday. For residents and visitors seeking a free community event with a new parade at its heart, the Wrexham City Carnival offers a full day of accessible entertainment on a summer weekend.
