What's Coming Up for Cheadle Carnival 2026

The much-loved Cheadle Carnival is set to make a big return in 2026 after taking a year off, with organisers promising it will be bigger and better than ever. Here's what visitors can expect.

The celebrations will begin early with a special Friday Evening Dance Fest featuring dance DJ sets from K-Klass, Passion Emporium and Motion Ibiza, promising an electric atmosphere to launch the carnival weekend in style. Tickets for the Friday night event are available now on Skiddle.

The traditional carnival parade, returns with this year’s theme being Seaside Summer. Organisers are inviting local groups, businesses, schools and community organisations to take part with colourful floats, walkers and decorated vehicles following the theme.

The parade will begin at 12 noon on Saturday and make its way through Cheadle Town

Centre before arriving at the recreation ground for the main carnival celebrations.

Families and children will have plenty to enjoy throughout the weekend, with attractions and

entertainment including:

• Peaky Blinders entertainment

• Urban Fusion Street Dance

• Princess parties and meet-and-greets

• Disney singalong

• Face painting & Bouncy Castles

• Wrestling

• Laser Tag

• Telford Gaming Bus

• And lots, lots more

A headline attraction will be the thrilling On the Edge Motorcycle Stunt Team, bringing high-energy displays and jaw-dropping stunts.

For Music lovers there will be live performances including a spectacular Queen tribute act, popular LA Revival 80s band and a K-Pop Tribute performance bringing chart hits, dance routines and party atmosphere to the carnival stage, including a Country & Western theme on Sunday afternoon.

Residents are being encouraged get ready for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend celebration in the heart of Cheadle

The carnival will take place at the Tean Road Recreation Ground, and offers affordable entry for families, with tickets priced at £10 for the entire two-day weekend, £7 for Saturday, or £5 for Sunday. Even better, all children under 16 enter for free.

A spokesperson for the carnival organisers said "the return of the carnival is all about bringing the community together once again after the break, creating a fun-filled event that everyone can enjoy."

Committee members have praised the support of volunteers, local businesses and sponsors who are helping to created the 2026 carnival. Organisers are also appealing for more volunteers to help on the day, including marshals for the parade and helpers on the recreation ground throughout the weekend.

To keep up to date with the latest information visit cheadlecarnival.co.uk

A word from COG

We'd like to thank the dedicated team who fundraise and organize events throughout the year to help fund this amazing 3-day event for our town. The committee numbers are small, but dedication is high. We are in their debt, and if anyone can help support them in any way, that will help ensure we have a wonderful summer carnival for many years to come. Big thank you to Lorna and the team!

What's Coming Up for Cheadle Carnival 2026 - created 28th May 2026