List of Events for 114th Carnival Week
SATURDAY 15TH – SATURDAY 22ND AUGUST 2026
These may be subject to change of time and location dependant on weather.
Carnival Week 15th – 22nd August 2026
Saturday 15th Aug
Opening Ceremony & Fun Run 2.00pm
Field sports 2.15pm
Classic cars all day
Sunday 16th
River sports 12:30pm
Monday 17th
Treasure Hunt 11.30am
Crabbing 3.00pm @ low water
Tuesday 18th
Boat building 10.00am
Racing 1.30pm
Wednesday 19th
Field fun from 10.00am
Thursday 20th
Historic talk 11.00am
Dog show 2.00pm
Friday 21st
Sandcastles – 10.30am
Teddy bears picnic 3.00pm
Prizes and picnic on the green 5.00pm
Saturday 22nd
Parade 4.00pm
Saturday-Opening Ceremony and Field Sports
TIME: 2.00pm LOCATION: The Green near the roundabout, Marquee open from 11.00am, sponsored by Wessex Marine.
This year the ceremonial opening of Carnival Week will be conducted by HM Lord Lieutenant, Susie Sheldon.
The 4-mile fun run around the River Yar will be leaving from the green at 2.15pm. Registration opens at 1.15pm in the marquee, from where you will be able to pick up an entry form or download below.
Marquee-Sponsored by Wessex Marine www.wessexmarine.co.uk
Fun Run supported by Sebastian & Mary Taylor
entry fee £5.00.
Field sports will begin as soon as the runners are off . The usual races for toddlers to adults. Bring a picnic and enjoy the fun
DURING THE DAY-Classic cars on the Green
Sunday-River Sports 12.30pm
Come along with your dinghy and enter this popular event. There is no specific theme this year so anything goes. From 12.30Pm , location River Yar just off The Green Awards for groups and individuals.
Links Below for Cardboard Boat Rules and River Sports Running Order
https://yarmouthcarnival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cardboard-Boat-Race-Rules-3.pdf
https://yarmouthcarnival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/River-Sports-running-order-2025-2.pdf
Please bring your own paddleboard, dinghy or kayak,
come and join in the fun. (Some boats maybe available)
Prizes will be presented
Please note: All competitors must wear buoyancy aids or lifejacket
Sponsored by Harwoods http://harwoodsofyarmouth.co.uk
Monday-Treasure Hunt, Crabbing,
TREASURE HUNT TIME: 11.30am LOCATION: On The Green
Collect your clues for both adults and children. The hunt will start at 11.30am. Once you have finished return to the marquee with your answers. A big thank you to David Hutchison for putting this hunt together – enjoy it
CRABBING ON THE RIVER YAR TIME: 3.00pm
Bring your own crab line and bucket. There will be bait available but you may wish to bring your own secret recipe. All children must wear buoyancy aids.
This event is kindly sponsored by the Blue Crab Restaurant http://thebluecrab.co.uk
Tuesday-Boat Racing
Race Rules-Please click link above
TIME: Boat Building – 10.00am. Racing – 1.30pm
LOCATION: River Yar just off The Green
Prizes will be presented
Please note: All competitors must wear buoyancy aids or lifejacket
Links above-please click to download
This event is kindly sponsored by River Yar Boatyard & Boat Racing by Tony and Joanne Meaning
Wednesday-FIELD FUN
FIELD FUN TIME: From 10.00am LOCATION: The Main Green
Thursday-Historical Talk, Dog & Pet show
HISTORICAL TALK TIME: 11.00am LOCATION: Royal Solent Yacht Club
Kevin Shaw will once again enthral us with one of his historical talks – Join us at the Yacht Club,
enjoy the view, a coffee and listen to the talk.
DOG AND PET SHOW TIME: 2.00pm LOCATION: On The Green
Sponsored by Freshwater Petstore http://www.freshwaterpetstore.co.uk
We are so excited to see the return of this popular event so get your pets spruced and ready for the judges!
Get your pets spruced and ready for the ever popular dog and pet show including the new Dog Agility course!
Awards will be given for: 1. Most unusual pet 2. Best dressed pair 3.Best sausage Catcher 4.Pets most like their human 5.Most gorgeous golden oldie (10+Years) 6.Pets judges would most like to take home
Entrance is free but please ensure that your pets are insured
Friday-Sandcastles, Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Prizes & Picnic on the Green
SANDCASTLE COMPETITION TIME: 10.30am LOCATION: Sandhard Beach.
Bring your imagination, buckets and spades and get building. There will be a water taxi to take you to the beach and judging will take place at 11.30am. Many thanks to Spence Willard http://spencewillard.co.uk for sponsoring this popular event and who will also be judging the creations.
TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC TIME: 3.00pm
LOCATION: Garden of The Deacons, High Street (the garden with the sheep!) If the weather is inclement, this will take place in the Marquee. Bring your favourite teddy bear, picnic or treat, dance and listen to A J Entertainers (who proved such a success last year). Enormous thanks to Anne Vernon for the use of her garden and sponsoring this popular annual event and for The Reed Family for supplying the prizes
Prizes & Picnic on the Green 5.00pm
Saturday-Parade
THE PARADE TIME: moving off at 4.00pm LOCATION: The Main Green
Sponsored by Yarmouth Harbour Commissioners http://yarmouth-harbour.co.uk
TIME: judging at 3.30pm. Moving off at 4.00pm
LOCATION: The Main Green
We hope for a big turnout this year, whether in a vehicle or on foot – everyone is welcome!
Categories: MOTORISED; HORSE, PEDAL ETC; GROUPS ON FOOT; CHILDREN ON FOOT: TODDLERS (UNDER 5YEARS) ON FOOT; DINGHIES;
Pick up an entry form during the week from the Marquee or download our PDF https://yarmouthcarnival.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Yarmouth-Carnival-Entry-Form-1.pdf
Competitions and Activities-Winners will be awarded on Friday at 5pm on the green
Best Decorated House, Window spotting, Limerick Competition Crossword Competition, Marquee Activities & Minature Gardens
Supported by The Wheatsheaf http://wheatsheafyarmouth.co.uk,