Whitstable Carnival 2026

Saturday, August 1st, 2026

To enter the carnival, please complete the form below and return it as soon as possible.

Subject to eligibility, you may enter the following classes:-

Class A: Regional carnival courts
Class B: Motor drawn, animal drawn or powered floats
Class C: Wheeled carts, trollies & buggies
Class D: Bicycles
Class E: Pedestrians

Cups are awarded to the winners of the above categories B-E. Some sub-dividing of categories will be recognised within the prize giving (e.g.  Trade/Public; Group/individual; Adult/child). Prize cards are awarded to all winners and runners-up.

Procession leaves Tankerton at 5.30pm. You will get your Float number and joining instructions by email.

Late entries will be accepted on the day until 4pm. Final details will be forwarded to all entrants, nearer the date. If you are unsure of the category of your entry or have questions please email us or check the website.

Carnival Entry
N.B. Max height of any entry is 4.27m (14’)
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