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Carnival Procession

Bridgwater Carnival procession will always be held on the first Saturday in November.

Future Dates

2026 – Saturday 7th November – Please note the procession start time is 6pm.

2027 – Saturday 6th November

Carnival Concerts

The Carnival Concerts always start on the Monday following Bridgwater Fair.

This is a four day event held at the St Matthews Field and starts on the last Wednesday in September, finishing on the Saturday, with the Carnival Concerts starting on the following Monday.

2026 sees a change as the Town Hall is undergoing refurbishment so we are holding them at The McMillan Theatre.

Future Dates

2026 – Sunday 4 October to Thursday 15 October.

Concert Auditions

Carnival Concert auditions for the Front of Curtain are held on the third Tuesday in May each Year. 

Tuesday 19 May 2026, 7pm at the McMillan Theatre, Bridgwater

Old Folks Show

2027 – Date to be confirmed

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