Sandown Carnival

30/05/2026

Stall holder applications for our sister event Sandown Bay Regatta are still open - be sure to apply soon to secure your pitch ⛵️🏖️ 🌊 ☀️

📢Stallholder Applications Still Open - Spaces Limited
Stallholder applications for this year's Sandown Bay Regatta on Sunday 9th August 2026 are still open. We have limited stalls available for commercial stalls and good availability for charities/community groups.

Applications close on Friday 17th July, or when all available spaces are filled. Spaces are limited, so please submit your form as soon as possible.

To apply and for full details: www.sandowncarnival.com/regatta-stalls

28/05/2026

Final call for this years Sandown Carnival Participation Fund - applications for 2026 close at 4pm tomorrow Friday 29th May 🎭

📢Last Call - Applications to our Carnival Participation Fund for 2026 close this Friday at 4pm.

Any not-for-profit group, school, community organisation or individual who will be participating in both of the Sandown Carnival processions this summer (Main & Illuminated) may apply for grants of up to £200. The aim is to encourage new entrants for our carnival parades and other events, making them bigger and better each time. Some of the most popular entries in recent years may not have happened without our direct support.

Applications are assessed by a panel using the criteria set out in the application pack. Whilst priority is given to entries from the PO36 postcode area, all are welcome to apply.

Applications MUST be returned by 4pm on Friday 29th May 2026. Late applications unfortunately cannot be assessed.

For details & to apply: www.sandowncarnival.com/carnival-participation-fund

25/05/2026

📢Last Call - Applications to our Carnival Participation Fund for 2026 close this Friday at 4pm.

Any not-for-profit group, school, community organisation or individual who will be participating in both of the Sandown Carnival processions this summer (Main & Illuminated) may apply for grants of up to £200. The aim is to encourage new entrants for our carnival parades and other events, making them bigger and better each time. Some of the most popular entries in recent years may not have happened without our direct support.

Applications are assessed by a panel using the criteria set out in the application pack. Whilst priority is given to entries from the PO36 postcode area, all are welcome to apply.

Applications MUST be returned by 4pm on Friday 29th May 2026. Late applications unfortunately cannot be assessed.

For details & to apply: www.sandowncarnival.com/carnival-participation-fund

17/05/2026

👑Say hello to our 2026 Carnival Royalty!

We're delighted to announce that Aniela, Mollie, Amelia, Harriet, Hannah and our reserve Grayson (not photographed yet) will be representing Sandown across the Island’s carnival season this year.

Congratulations to you all, we look forward to seeing you out on our float soon! 🎉

15/05/2026

A reminder that applications to our Carnival Participation Fund for 2026 are still open!

Any not-for-profit group, school, community organisation or individual who will be participating in both of the Sandown Carnival processions this summer (Main & Illuminated) may apply for grants of up to £200. The aim is to encourage new entrants for our carnival parades and other events, making them bigger and better each time. Some of the most popular entries in recent years may not have happened without our direct support.

Applications are assessed by a panel using the criteria set out in the application pack. Whilst priority is given to entries from the PO36 postcode area, all are welcome to apply.

Applications MUST be returned by 4pm on Friday 29th May 2026. Late applications unfortunately cannot be assessed.

For details & to apply: www.sandowncarnival.com/carnival-participation-fund

04/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday Monday everyone!! 😎

This Saturday our great friends at Newport Carnival will be hosting Riverfest 2026 🏴‍☠️

Unfortunately we won’t be there this year but it’s sure to be a fun packed day for the whole family so pop along and show your support!

More details can be found at riverfest.org.uk

01/05/2026

📢Carnival Participation Fund applications now open for 2026!

Any not-for-profit group, school, community organisation or individual who will be participating in both of the Sandown Carnival processions this summer (Main & Illuminated) may apply for grants of up to £200. The aim is to encourage new entrants for our carnival parades and other events, making them bigger and better each time. Some of the most popular entries in recent years may not have happened without our direct support.

Applications are assessed by a panel using the criteria set out in the application pack. Whilst priority is given to entries from the PO36 postcode area, all are welcome to apply.

Applications MUST be returned by 4pm on Friday 29th May 2026. Late applications unfortunately cannot be assessed.

For details & to apply: www.sandowncarnival.com/carnival-participation-fund

30/04/2026

📢Stallholder Applications Now Open!
We're delighted to announce that stallholder applications for this year's Sandown Bay Regatta on Sunday 9th August 2026 are now open. We have stalls available for both commercial and charities/community groups.

Applications close on Friday 17th July, or when all available spaces are filled. Spaces are limited, so please submit your form as soon as possible. Spaces are especially limited for hot food/drink vendors.

To apply and for full details: www.sandowncarnival.com/regatta-stalls

26/01/2026

‼️AGM TODAY‼️

Would you like to be more involved in the community?✅
Are you enthusiastic & up for a challenge?✅

Then why not come along to our AGM this Saturday & find out more about how you could be involved in volunteering for Sandown Carnival events.

Whether it’s organising in the background, stewarding on the day or volunteering in our fundraising shop, we have so many volunteering roles to choose from! 😅

Many hands make light work!! 👍

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13/01/2026

We’re delighted to confirm that the 2025 Christmas lights display by the Girling Family has raised an incredible £749 for Sandown Carnival!

We are immensely grateful for their continued support over multiple years, and of course to everyone who donated - whether in a collection bucket or online. Your generosity directly helps make our events possible, we truly couldn’t do what we do without you. 💛