Free performances and activities at Mold Carnival
With something for everyone, this year's carnival, on Sunday, July 6, is packed with entertainment, hands-on activities, performances, and a heap of community spirit.
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The carnival committee announced that the Football Association of Wales, in partnership with McDonald's, will be bringing free fun football activities from 11am-4pm, including an exclusive quiet session from 10am-11am for children with additional learning needs.
Prepare to be amazed as Transformer robots patrol the fields, children can join in the carnival's mad science workshops, and beloved characters like Skye and Chase, Buzz and Woody, and many more are set to make magical appearances.
Visitors can enjoy more than 400 community performers who will be on the main stage, including:
• Acro Squad
• Urban Fusion
• Cor y Pentan
• Rock Choir
• Dance Maniax
• Cambria Band
• Black Veil
• Local rock legends 50 Hertz will close the carnival day
Also back by popular demand is the one and only DJ Cookie Partyman and his Big Blue Bus, bringing his infectious energy and fun as part of his amazing Ripple Effect challenge, all free of charge.
New for 2025 is the Mold Carnival Knockout Challenge. Think you've got what it takes? Get your team together and enter, as local businesses, charities, and groups will battle it out in hilarious games to be crowned Carnival Knockout Champions 2025.
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This requires teams of 10 adults with a £150 entry fee and is pre-registration only. To enter, contact Mold Town Council: email events@moldtowncouncil.org.uk or phone 01352 758532 (Option 3).
There will also be lots of stalls, food, drink and a parade, fun fair, community stands, and a visit from members of the Army.
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The day kicks off with a colourful carnival parade at 10.30am from Griffiths Square Car Park, winding its way down to the fields. Entertainment rolls on from 11am-6pm.
Mold Carnival is looking for volunteers to assist with set-up, stewarding, and litter picking. If you're up for joining our merry crew, get in touch!
For more information contact: Mold Town Council, Unit 10 Daniel Owen Precinct, Mold CH7 1AP, email events@moldtowncouncil.org.uk or call 01352 758532 (Option 3).
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