# Event Details - **Event Name**: Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: SAVE THE DATE for this year’s FREE Christchurch Carnival big weekend! Organised by Christchurch Carnival in partnership with Hartstone by Aster - the brand new curated collection of luxury thoughtfully curated new build homes, for rent, shared ownership and open market sale, nestled in the very heart of Christchurch Dorset. Explore their offering at www.Hartstonebyaster.co.uk for more details This year Christchurch Carnival has not one but TWO amazing headline tribute acts TAYLOR SWIFT by Fearlessly Taylor and GREEN DAY by The Green Day Experience, which will close out Saturday. Hailed as one of the South's oldest community festivals, the carnival will showcase a programme of live music, theatrical treats, a spectacular firework display set across the water and attractions to entertain all the family. Taking place from 14th to 16th August the FREE to attend three-day festival, located on the bank of Christchurch harbour takes over Christchurch Quay with Fun Fair rides, stalls and local food vendors. Alongside the two juggernaut tribute headline acts, the Saturday line-up also includes performances from local bands; Persona, Underground Badgers and One Word. Back by popular demand, DJ-iiing (Mark Ingram) will once again perform an energy blasting disco set for all the family. With dance performances, on and off the stage, throughout the whole weekend. Away from the main stage, family entertainment will conjure nostalgic memories of seaside holidays with Punch & Judy performances by Professor Gary Wilson, circus skills workshops, come and have-a-go arts and craft, famous characters and many other free activities to entertain all day long. Bringing the party to the streets of Christchurch the Sunday street parade provides a fitting finale to the Carnival weekend. The 1.5 mile route which winds through the town, showcases the very best of the local community. Filled with surprise performances, live bands and unforgettable characters. Bringing iconic figures from TV, film and video games to life, live music, dance, entertainment and local vendors continue on the Quay, combining into a town wide celebration. For over 115 years Christchurch Carnival has been the setting of memorable moments, helping to bring thousands of people and families together. Organised by an entirely volunteer team, Christchurch Carnival are immensely proud of the role they play in positively promoting the town, its people and their communities. Let Christchurch surprise you this Summer, come and experience Christchurch in a completely different light. Christchurch Carnival is accessible to all and free to attend FIREWORK SPECTACULAR update: Fireworks Effects have been providing the fireworks displays for Christchurch Carnival for over 25 years. Due to the current drought, an advanced level of caution is being used throughout the preparation and proposed execution of the fireworks display for summer 2026. This is expressed equally by all parties, our selves, BCP and the fireworks specialists. Christchurch fireworks are set off from Christchurch Harbour, on the water. Tests two hours prior to the display time will be conducted to establish wind direction and speed. If the fireworks specialists have any doubts, or smoke shells do not land where they are expected the firework show will be cancelled. This is the earliest time that we will be informed of a cancellation of the display. If during the show there are any concerns from the specialist team, the display will stop immediately. As an additional safety precaution extra highly trained staff are being brought in, if any of these members have any doubts the display will be stopped immediately. The current planning of Christchurch fireworks is still in place by which we mean it is currently set to proceed as per our schedule. We will be guided completely by Fireworks Effects. THIS IS A FREE EVENT - NO TICKETS REQUIRED --------------------- HOW TO GET HERE: Location Christchurch Quay, bh231BU What:Three:Words - WEEDY : GOLD : MUDDY MORE BUS: The 1A, 1B, 1C, 33, (Bournemouth) 24 (Fairmile) X1, X2 (New Milton, Lymington, Highcliffe) and 125 (Burley, Ringwood, Winkton) buses will get you into Christchurch. Get off at The High Street, follow directions to The Priory Church, follow the road around onto the Quay. CAR PARKING: Priory Car Park - Quay Rd, Christchurch BH23 1BY, What:Three:Words - JUMP : GAMES : CLOTH Wick Lane Car Park - Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1HT, What:Three:Words - APRON : NOISY : VOTES Mayors Mead Car Park - Wick Lane, Christchurch BH23 1NY, What:Three:Words - TOWN : MINT : RADIO Willow Way Car Park - Willow Way, Christchurch BH23 1NU, What:Three:Words - TREES : FUND : COOL - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/christchurch-carnival-big-weekend/200029790606418 - **Event Categories**: carnivals, entertainment, music, festivals, parties, live-music, funfairs, workshops, volunteering, holiday, parades, taylor-swift - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3633 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Christchurch - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Christchurch Quay, Christchurch, BH23 1, United Kingdom - **lat**: 50.7312 - **long**: -1.77558 - **full address**: Christchurch Quay, Christchurch, BH23 1, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/75ddf7db769985c729175c95b9d00895ef8760a081daaecc9325a18fa217e4aa-rimg-w1200-h533-dc58c8b8-gmir?v=1786756850 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend being held? - **A:** Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend takes place on Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Christchurch Quay, Christchurch, BH23 1, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend ? - **A:** Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend is organized by Bernard Rice. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Christchurch Carnival Big Weekend is ideal for families, kids, and anyone looking for a fun-filled day of rides, games, and festive entertainment. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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