MOLD Carnival returns this weekend after a two-year hiatus.
The largest one-day free event in Flintshire is back and is taking place on Sunday (July 10) on the recreational fields (Kendricks Field and the Rec) from 11am through to 6pm.
This year Mold Carnival committee has planned a full day of fun and activities.
Included are spectacular BMX stunt displays taking place throughout the day, Britain’s Got Talent Runners Up and Golden Buzzer act ‘Sign Along with Us’, a fun fair, a variety of performers, including over 500 community performers and childrens' entertainment from DJ Cookie.
There will be visits from film and cartoon characters including Spiderman, Buzz Lightyear, Princess Belle and many more, also the Grand Final of the Carnival’s talent competition, 'Time2Shine', along with lots of stalls and activities in what promises to be a fantastic family fun day, for all ages and abilities.
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The carnival parade will commence at 10.30am with a route change taking place this year. The parade is starting off from Griffiths Square car park (behind Bevans) and continue on down the Upper High Street onto Earl Road, then Maes Bodlonfa onto Kendricks Field.
Road closures will be in place along the route for approximately 45 minutes. Leading the parade, for the 14th year, will be the Cambria Band.
Britain's Got Talent runner-up and Golden Buzzer act, 'Sign Along With Us' will be performing on the main stage located on Kendricks Field. Their signature song, 'This Is Me' from The Greatest Showman, has been named as one of YouTube's top 10 trending videos in 2020, having been the eighth most watched with over 25 million views.
The main stage will be hosted once again by Reece Ryan with performances throughout the day from; Six Ton Dog, a cappella quartet Contraband, Rock Choir, Acro Squad, Urban Fusion, Buckley Cheerleaders, Sound Express, Dance Maniax, Stage Gems, Black Veil and the grand final of Time2Shine.
Also on Kendricks Field will be popular children’s entertainer DJ Cookie who will be joined by ‘Full of Character’ who will be bringing your favorite Superhero and Disney characters to life. The field will also have lots of stalls, food and drink.
Over on the ‘Rec’, Mobile Bike Events will be entertaining carnival-goers with their spectacular BMX stunt show. Having already performed at the Olympic Games opening ceremony, Formula 1, Moto GP, Alton Towers, Twickenham, Barcelona FC and Old Trafford football stadium, to name a few.
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Almost Dog Home will host their fun dog show throughout the day (starting from 12 noon) and the fun fair will also be on the Rec.
Entry is free of charge, with the event organized by a small dedicated volunteer committee (under the Mold Town Council events remit), who pride themselves on putting on enjoyable affordable events for the community of Mold and surrounding areas.
Sponsorship from local business is a crucial part of the Carnival planning, this year more than ever the committee are appealing for businesses to help sponsor the event.
Sponsorship opportunities start from just £50 through to £1,000. If you think you can help, please get in touch with Jane Evans via email events@moldtowncouncil.org.uk or call 01352 758532 (option 3).
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