Event
12th July 2025 - 13th July 2025
Buxton Carnival Day
A weekend of food, fun and entertainment!
About
12th July 2025 - 13th July 2025
We are excited to see the return of the Buxton Carnival!
Expect a weekend of food, fun and entertainment!
- Large variety of market stalls in the Octagon Hall
- Face painting & entertainment
- Tim Hoad live acoustic performances on Saturday
- Food and drink vendors on the Promenade serving from 11am on Saturday
- Boat hire and train rides in the gardens
- Children’s rides on the Promenade
- Buxton Fringe Festival performances on the Bandstand Sunday
- Performances from Shakespeare jukebox 6:15pm – 7pm on Sunday
The weekend also kicks off with our Food & Drink Night! Friday 11th July
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