Hastings Old Town Carnival

29/05/2026

It's time to get creative and bring television to life! Dress up and recreate a favourite TV moment from the past or present. This could be inspired by a much-loved comedy, drama, soap, entertainment show, reality TV, kids programme, sporting event, or film. Whether it's a classic blast from the past or a modern favourite, we can't wait to see your ideas come to life. 📺🌟

21/04/2026

Following a really lovely evening at the East Hastings Sea Angling Club on Sunday 19th April, the Old Town Carnival committee are delighted to announce this years Sea Court. Our Sea Queen for 2026 is Catherine Eva Jane. Our Courtiers are Amy King and Arlo and we have a Sea Court Jester, Orangee Ansell. They will all be taking part in this years Carnival on Saturday 8th August on the Sea Court float and will be representing the Carnival at other events they are invited to and during Old Town week. A big thank you to our Mayor and Deputy Mayor for judging the Sea Court. Photos courtesy of Keith Leech.

05/03/2026

09/02/2026

Come and join the fun.

30/01/2026

The Hastings Old Town Carnival committee would like to announce this year's theme for the Carnival will be "100 YEARS OF TELEVISION"
So start planning your entry for Saturday 8th August 2026.

11/01/2026

SAVE THE DATE.
HASTINGS OLD TOWN CARNIVAL, SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST 2026. COME AND JOIN THE FUN, GET INVOLVED.

01/12/2025

Last night we had our donations evening and were delighted to distribute funds to different charitable grops and local organisations.

25/11/2025

CARNIVAL AGM tomorrow night. If you want it to continue please show some support.

The Hastings Old Town Carnival Association will be holding it's Annual General meeting on Wednesday 26th November at 7.30pm at the East Hastings Sea Angling Club. All comers welcome to attend. The committee organise both the Carnival and the Pram race and need the support of the community. If you feel you could help in any way please come along.

10/11/2025

The Hastings Old Town Carnival Association will be holding it's Annual General meeting on Wednesday 26th November at 7.30pm at the East Hastings Sea Angling Club. All comers welcome to attend. The committee organise both the Carnival and the Pram race and need the support of the community. If you feel you could help in any way please come along.

14/08/2025

The final amount collected for carnival and pram race was £11100.02, Unfortnately costs of insurance, security, road closures etc amounted to a sizeable chunk of this. This still leaves a good sum for local chariities. Thank you to everyone who took part and worked so hard.