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Whitehill & Bordon Carnival is being positioned as the first local carnival in 30+ years: A civic-pride moment that reconnects the community, celebrates local identity, and creates a modern participation platform for families, schools, clubs, businesses, charities and community groups.
A Full Carnival Parade
A colourful community parade featuring local floats, walking entries, schools, clubs, charities, businesses and families, travelling through Whitehill & Bordon and bringing the carnival spirit back to the town after more than 30 years.
Carnival Queen, Princess and Prince
A community nomination and voting campaign designed to encourage local participation, celebrate young people, and build excitement across the website, Facebook and Instagram in the lead-up to carnival day.
Community Awards and Local Celebration
Selected committee members will judge entries on the day, with awards given for standout floats, walking groups and community spirit — celebrating the people, history and future of Whitehill & Bordon.
“Before Vela, approvals felt vague. Now there’s a clear moment when everything is agreed on, and I can move forward with confidence.”
Maria L.
Travel Advisor
Gary Newel
Whitehill & Bordon Carnival Committee
“We want local families, schools, groups, businesses and residents to feel part of it from the very beginning — whether that’s by entering a float, joining as a walking group, nominating for Carnival Queen, Princess or Prince, or simply coming along to support the day. The carnival is about pride, participation and creating a new tradition for the next generation.”
A Town With History
Whitehill & Bordon has a story worth celebrating.
For generations, the town has been shaped by its military heritage, community spirit and deep local roots. The former garrison played a major role in the area’s identity, bringing people, families and service communities together over many decades.
Today, Whitehill & Bordon is entering a new chapter.
With new homes, green spaces, local investment, town centre improvements and a growing sense of momentum, the carnival is a chance to celebrate everything this town has been — and everything it is becoming.
This is more than a parade.
It is a moment for the community to reconnect, take pride in the town, and create something memorable for families, young people and future generations.
Everything you need to know about the Carnival
This is the first Whitehill & Bordon Carnival in more than 30 years — and it is a chance to be part of something positive, visible and lasting for the town.
A successful carnival needs more than floats — it needs people.
“Bringing the Whitehill & Bordon Carnival back after more than 30 years is incredibly exciting for the whole town. This is a chance to celebrate our community, our history and the people who make Whitehill & Bordon such a special place.”
Catherine Clarke
Whitehill & Bordon Carnival Committee
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Join the Carnival
Entry is free this year, with donations welcomed to help support the running of the event.
This is the first Whitehill & Bordon Carnival in more than 30 years — and it is a chance to be part of something positive, visible and lasting for the town.
Free to enter.
We are now inviting local people, groups, schools, clubs, charities, businesses and organisations to get involved.
Whether you want to enter a float, take part as a walking group, support the event as a volunteer, sponsor an activity, or help spread the word, we would love to hear from you.
This is a community carnival, built by the town, for the town.
Float and walking entries are welcome.
Current plans include vehicle entries and walking entries, with spaces limited to around 30 entries at this stage.
Entry is free this year, with donations welcomed to help support the running of the event.
Volunteers
A successful carnival needs more than floats — it needs people.
Whitehill & Bordon Carnival is being brought back by the community, for the community, and volunteers will play a vital role in helping make the day safe, welcoming and memorable.
We are looking for local people who can support with planning, promotion, stewarding, event set-up, fundraising, sponsorship, community engagement and practical help on the day.
Whether you can give a few hours, share a skill, help marshal the route, support behind the scenes, or simply spread the word, your contribution can make a real difference.
Be part of the team that brings the carnival back.
Frequently asked questions
When and where is Whitehill & Bordon Carnival taking place?
The carnival is currently planned to start at approximately 4.30pm from the Community Station / old fire station area, travelling towards Chalet Hill and finishing at the industrial site opposite the Tesco traffic lights. Final timings, route details and event date are still to be confirmed.
Who can enter a float or walking entry?
Local schools, clubs, charities, businesses, community groups, families and organisations are welcome to apply. Entries can include vehicles or walking groups, with a current limit of around 30 entries. The carnival committee will confirm final entry requirements before the event.
Is there a cost to enter?
Entry is free this year, although donations are welcomed to help support the running of the carnival and future community events.
Do entries need insurance?
Yes. Vehicle and group entries will need to have their own insurance in place for the event. The Whitehill & Bordon Carnival Committee will also have event insurance and risk assessments in place. Any entry involving children must have suitable adult supervision.
Will there be judging and awards?
Yes. Selected committee members will judge entries on the day, with awards being given for standout floats, walking entries and community participation. Final award categories will be confirmed closer to the event.
Still have questions?
The event is managed and run by a group of local volunteers, we qre here to help, please allow up to 24hours for a response.
Register your interest.
Become a partner, register a float, enter as queen, prince or princess.
Maximum float entries 30.
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