The core of any carnival is the floats.
In order to make Falmouth Carnival 2026 be as successful as possible, we are aiming at having as many floats as possible.
We are particularly keen to see local voluntary groups, clubs, organisations and charities taking part as well as local businesses.
The primary part of having a float is finding a vehicle and a driver. Traditionally this has been a flatbed lorry of some sort, however we are open to a range of suggestions and different types of vehicle. Obviously the type of vehicle you can find will determine how you can decorate it – but we would love to see as many wild and wacky entries as possible.
To support the construction of the floats, please see our ultimate guide to how your float can be set up.
To register for a float use the link below.
*ENTRY CLOSING DATE IS TO 12PM SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026
Anyone can enter the marching parade as a walking participant. You can dress up, make an elaborate costume or parade as a group. If you play instruments you could form or enter as a marching band!
This is by far the easiest way to get involved – all you will need to do is register using the link below.
*ONLINE ENTRY CLOSES ON 12PM FRI AUG 07TH 2026.
As part of the Falmouth Carnival celebrations we invite all shops and traders in the town to decorate their window(s) and take part in the annual Window Dressing Competition in the week leading up to the Carnival (Sat 1st – 8th August).
There will be three awards and windows will be judged on Impact, Effort, Originality and most of all – Carnival Spirit! This years themes for your interpretation are “Whatever Floats Your Boat” and “Fill Your Boots”.
*ONLINE ENTRY CLOSES AT 12PM SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST 2026. JUDGING WILL TAKE PLACE WEEK OF MON 3RD AUGUST 2026
The 2026 Falmouth Carnival will take place on Saturday 8th August 2026 and we are keen for as many local people and groups to get involved as possible. To achieve this there will be several ways you can get involved.
Please email us info@falmouthcarnival.org.uk or send us a message on Facebook and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
