# Event Details - **Event Name**: Big Summer Carnival - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Dance into a world of colour and celebration as we bring summer to a joyful close with carnival energy and feel good beats.About this Event27 Aug | Two sessions, 10:30-12:00 & 13:00-14:30£7 per child (accompanying adult £2)Booking EssentialGet hands‑on with vibrant making activities, dress up in your brightest, boldest colours, accessorise with your handmade creations, and join us on the dance floor as we celebrate community, creativity and the joy of being together.Carnival CostumesCreate a flower headdress and parade-ready prop, alongside artist Yves Ngoo, a maker of costumes for dance, theatre and film, known for her fabulous flair for fashion and textiles.Plus, the wonderful Polly Ord Painting will be on hand with a selection of carnival-inspired designs including rainbow bursts, floral flourishes and feathered plumes to complete the look.Rhythm from Rubbish WorkshopGet ready to make some noise!Join the wonderfully playful Hannabiell & Yilis from Ladies of Midnight Blue for a high energy family workshop where everyday objects become extraordinary instruments.Bring along something interesting from your recycling or borrow one of our found-sound creations, then discover how to transform junk into joyful music. Together you'll explore simple beats, rhythm games and group percussion, creating a one-of-a-kind soundtrack using bottles, tins, tubes, buckets, and all sorts of surprising objects.Shake it, rattle it, roll it, squeeze it, clunk it, grate it, click it, bang it, beat it, stomp, sing and dance your heart out as your very own Rhythm from Rubbish Band comes to life.Carnival ParadeOnce you've found your groove, the fun doesn't stop there. Everyone is invited to join our lively carnival parade, making music all the way from Level 1 down to Baltic's Ground Floor as we celebrate the final week of the summer holidays together.No musical experience needed, just bring your curiosity, your creativity and plenty of carnival spirit.Please note we cannot offer refunds on this event. Please book a ticket for each child and each adult attending.Event AccessibilityWe want our events to be inclusive and accessible. If you have any access requirements or questions, please contact myexperience@balticmill.comAhead of your visit, you can find out about Baltic's facilities and accessibility here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gateshead/big-summer-carnival/100001990553818054 - **Event Categories**: carnivals, art, entertainment, workshops, parades, music, fine-arts, theatre, live-music, holiday, half-term - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 2.73, max: 8.08, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Gateshead - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art - **lat**: 54.9691659 - **long**: -1.5983203000000685 - **full address**: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Big Summer Carnival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/45b7f00b3972c9139803771bf918c609f30f0f27c890b3784bf4459922f853f7-rimg-w1200-h800-dc5f4447-gmir.jpg?v=1781074489 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Big Summer Carnival being held? - **A:** Big Summer Carnival takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 10:30 am to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm at BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, South Shore Road, Gateshead, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Big Summer Carnival? - **A:** Big Summer Carnival is organized by BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Big Summer Carnival 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 Gateshead, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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