A POPULAR two-day event is set to return to Thornbury this Summer.
Thornbury Carnival returns to Mundy Playing Fields on Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1 with live music and dance.
This year’s line up includes Thornbury Swing Band as well as various tribute bands who will be performing well known hits including from Elton John (Absolutely Elton), Dua Lipa (Do it Like Dua) and Kylie Minogue (On a Night Like This).
Also performing Britpop United, a 90s Manchester cover band, Hairforce 5, a rock band, and Funk Odyssey, a 70s and 80s music group.
As well as the main stage entertainment, there will also be a Show ‘n’ Shine with a range of vehicles including classic, American, and modern sports.
The children’s entertainment will also include face painting, balloon modelling, mascots, a graffiti artist and sessions run by youth club Krunch.
Liam Williams, chair of Thornbury Carnival committee said: “We really do feel like we’ve managed to put together a programme which has something for everybody.
"We are trying to maximise everything we can offer within the ticket price and you can find out more by visiting the What’s On page of our website.
“With 12 hours packed full of fun and entertainment, we believe the event will continue to offer great value for money!
“Although the committee receives some small grants and attracts limited sponsorship, it’s nowhere near enough to cover the entire cost of delivering the event which is £50,000.
“Affordability and inclusivity are important to us and we work with local groups to distribute free tickets to families identified as being in need.
“Unfortunately, costs within the events industry have increased significantly so, realistically, this needs to be reflected in ticket prices as we need to at least cover the costs if we’re going to ensure the long-term sustainability of the event.
“That being said, we do feel the event will continue to offer very good value for money in comparison with many other local events.”
The event committee is also urging any local performers or groups to take part in the variety show and is asking for people to enter their vehicles in the Show ‘n’ Shine.
For more information and tickets see - https://www.thornburycarnival.co.uk/
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