Frome Carnival 2017

Frome Carnival is an exciting annual spectacle with illuminated floats, music, majorettes and more. And it’s growing as more local groups get involved and with the added feature of street entertainment during the day.

The Carnival is a registered charity and raises money every year for local groups and individuals in need.

Anyone can take part in the Carnival – it’s not too late to get involved, either in the processions or as a volunteer. There are lots of opportunities so please get in touch: info@fromecarnival.org.uk / 01373 451088

What’s On?

Afternoon procession 2.30pm

Commences from Victoria Park. The route will go through: Victoria Park Gate into Weymouth Road, Somerset Road, Butts Hill, Wesley Slope, Christchurch Street West, Weymouth Road, Victoria Park

Photographs will be taken prior to the procession and displayed at the Frome Town Council Offices, where copies may be ordered. Prizes will be presented in Victoria Park after the procession.

Evening procession 7pm

Commences from Marston Trading Estate. The Route begins at the junction of Manor Road with the Butts and proceeds along The Butts, Butts Hill, Wesley Slope, Bath Street, Market Place, North Parade, Berkley Road, Badgers Hill and finishes at the Football Ground.

This year, the procession will be led by a fleet of vintage cars, as well as the new carnival ambassadors and floats, bands, majorettes and walking entries

Photographs will be taken prior to the procession and displayed at the Frome Town Council Offices, where copies may be ordered.

Carnival Street Entertainment 11am – 2pm

Live music, street acts, carnival mask making and face painting in the town center. There’s loads to enjoy and it’s all free. All of the entertainment will be listed on the information board outside Frome Library.

Carnival Ambassadors

This year the Carnival is introducing new “Carnival Ambassadors” to replace the “Carnival Royalty” from previous years. The Ambassadors can be anyone from the local community, and play a starring role in the processions. They also represent Frome Carnival at a range of local events, promote the charitable aspect of the Frome Carnival, support the committe by assisting with fundraising events and demonstrate Carnival Spirit by supporting the Carnival.