What's On
The Carnival
The Moulton Carnival Parade is one of the original Moulton Village Festival traditions that sees everyone take to the streets showcasing the vibrant floats and fancy dress costumes that people have made for the occasion. Starting at 2:00pm the parade winds through the heart of the village, headed up by the May Queen being pulled along by the Moulton Morris Dancers.
The Stalls
Moulton Public Gardens and Barlow Lane are transformed each year to host Stalls for the annual village fair, providing a wide range of entertainment and shopping opportunities for visitors of all ages.
The stalls feature a variety of fun games, such as hook a duck and bouncy castles, which are sure to keep children entertained for hours on end. In addition, there are many small, local businesses selling their handmade products, including jewellery, crafts, and food. So be sure to take a stroll through the Public Gardens and Barlow Lane to explore the many stalls on offer – you never know what treasures you might find!
The May Queen
The Moulton Festival is home to Moulton’s May Queen tradition. This year’s May Queen will be crowned at 10:00am in the Public Gardens. The May Queen will then lead the Parade along with the Moulton Morris Dancers.
Morris Dancing
As the home to the Moulton Morris Dancers, our Morris Team will be dancing at various locations throughout the Festival. You’ll also spot plenty of other visiting Morris Teams throughout the day who will all come together for the Carnival Parade.
Folk Concert
Start off your festival with our Folk Concert hosted this year at Moulton Primary School Hall at 8pm on Friday 15th May. It will be a night filled with live music by Alice Jones and Bryony Griffiths, supported by Living Proof.
Tickets can be purchased for £15 online, or from The Artichoke Pub.
The Fun Run
The Moulton Fun Run is a popular event that takes place around the village and the surrounding countryside. The fun run, on the 10th May at 12:00pm offers a scenic 5k (3 mile) route starting outside the Working Mens Club and finishing in the Public Gardens.
The event is open to everyone and the entry fee is only £5 in advance, making it accessible to all. Whether you’re an experienced runner or are just interested in walking the route, the Moulton Fun Run offers a fun atmosphere for all participants.
Barn Dance
See our the end of the festival with our annual Barn Dance, this year with Tautus Roks in Moulton Primary School Hall at 7.30pm on Saturday 16th May.
Tickets can be purchased for £10 online, or from The Artichoke Pub.
Timetable of events
The programme for this year’s festival is packed with entertaining activities for visitors of all ages. From the Moulton Fun Run to the colourful Carnival Parade, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visitors can explore the stalls throughout the village, featuring games, local crafts, and plenty of food. Art lovers can discover the diverse talents of the local community at the Art Exhibition. The Festival is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Moulton village, so be sure to check out the timetable of events below and plan your visit accordingly!
Festival Week
Fri 8th - Mon 11th
MOULTON LOCAL HISTORY COLLECTION
Moulton Community Centre
Friday 2.30pm - 4.30pm/Sat 10am - 4am/ Mon 5pm - 7pm
Sat 9th
GARDENERS PLANT SALE & COFFEE MORNING
Moulton Community Centre 10.30am - 12pm
Sun 10th
FAMILY FUN RUN
Moulton WM Club Car Park
11.45am / Entry: Online
Mon 11th
WI FASHION SHOW & SALE
Moulton WM Club
7.30pm Admission by ticket £4
Mon 11th - Sat 16th
MOULTON THEATRE
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
Thu 14th
FESTIVAL BINGO
7pm Moulton Community Centre
Fri 15th
FOLK SONG NIGHT - Moulton Primary School 8-10pm
Alice Jones and Bryony Griffiths, support by Living Proof. Doors Open at 7.30pm. Tickets £15. Licensed Bar.
Sun 17th
MORRIS DANCING - Noon, outside the Parish Church
SONGS OF PRAISE SERVICE at Carey Baptis Church followed by tea, coffee and cakes - 4pm
Festival Saturday - 16th May
Moulton Morris hosting visiting teams from all over Britain including Chelmsford Morris, The Belles of London City, Bell D'Vain, Thaxted Morris Men, Adderbury Village Morris and The Minehead Hobby Horse.
There will be various events happening at the Evangelical Church (Doves Lane), The Carey Baptist Church, Moulton Theatre, The Cardigan Arms, The Artichoke and more during the day.
9.45am
- CHILDRENS BOWER COMPETITION at The Public Gardens. Bring your bowers to hang on the May Cart. Everyone gets a prize.
10.00am
- CROWNING of the 2026 MAY QUEEN at The Public Gardens
- STALLS OPENS at The Public Gardens and Primary School
10.30am
- TRADITIONAL MAYCART PROCESSION - Artichoke/Cardigan/Telegraph
11.00am
- DISPLAYS, EXHIBITIONS, MORRIS DANCING see maps for details on the day around the village and Public Gardens
- MOULTON PLAYERS THEATRE - Short Drama Performance
11.30am
- SPOTLIGHT DANCE - Performance at The Public Gardens
12.30am
- JUST SING CHOIR - Performance at The Public Gardens
1.00pm
- THEATRETRAIN - Performance at The Public Gardens
2:00pm
- CARNIVAL PARADE - meet at 1.30pm at Pound Lane
2.30pm
- DISPLAYS, EXHIBITIONS, MORRIS DANCING see maps for details on the day around the village and Public Gardens
- MOULTON 77 BRASS BAND - Performance at The Public Gardens
4.00pm
- MASSED MORRIS DANCING at The Public Gardens
7.30pm
- FESTIVAL BARN DANCE in Moulton Primary School Hall with Taurus Roks
Tickets £10 online and at The Artichoke. Licensed Bar.
Support Moulton Village Festival
Moulton Village Festival only happens each year, due to the incredible support of our local community. From live music and family activities to the carnival parade and other village events, every part of the festival depends on the support of an army of volunteers and the generous donations of our visitors, local businesses and stall holders. Many local businesses donate a large amount of their profits or give a generous amount of time to give back into the community. These partners can be found on our homepage.
To help us keep the festival thriving over the next 50 years for future generations, please consider making a donation to help cover the essential costs including insurance, event safety, licenses, entertainment and equipment.
