05-08-2025
Two-day Oswestry Balloon Carnival to return this month
Organised in partnership with Nightingale House Hospice, Oswestry Town Council, and Oswestry BID, the carnival will take place on Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 17, at Cae Glas Park.
The event is free to attend and promises a vibrant weekend of entertainment for all ages, with visitors encouraged to make a voluntary donation of £2 on entry to support Nightingale House Hospice.
Elise Jackson, events and campaigns manager at Nightingale House Hospice, said: "The Oswestry Balloon Carnival is a highlight in our calendar.
"Not only does it bring people together, but it also raises crucial funds that enable us to continue our work across Wrexham, Flintshire, East Denbighshire, Barmouth and the border towns including Oswestry and Whitchurch.
"We're incredibly grateful for everyone's support."
In 2024, the carnival raised £37,000 for the hospice.
Hot air balloons will be the main attraction once again, with early morning and evening launches planned throughout the weekend, weather permitting.
The Saturday Night Glow will light up the park with a display of tethered balloons glowing in time to music.
Entertainment will run from morning until evening on both days.
Highlights include Tom Longton's Sheepdog Display, the Ferret World Roadshow and Ferret Fun Races.
Visitors can also enjoy alpaca walkabouts and meet some friendly animals.
On Saturday, Harley the Clown will entertain with balloon modelling, circus workshops and family-friendly fun.
Sunday's programme features the Dinky Street pop-up play town, complete with themed zones like a veterinary clinic and campsite.
Short Scruffs Theatre Co. will present their puppet show The Jump in the main arena, followed by circus skills sessions.
Walkabout characters, live music and community performances will add to the atmosphere.
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The weekend will wrap up with a drumming finale by Karamba Samba on Sunday afternoon.
Organisers hope to match or exceed last year's fundraising total to continue supporting hospice services across the region.
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