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 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 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.
The Art Exhibition
The Art Exhibition based at Moulton Village Autos is an exciting opportunity for visitors to experience the vibrant and diverse artistic talent of the local community. Running for the duration of the festival week, this temporary exhibition showcases an impressive selection of artwork. Located in the heart of the village, the event offers a unique and immersive way to discover the rich cultural heritage and creativity of Moulton. Whether you’re an art lover or simply looking to broaden your horizons, the exhibition is not to be missed.
Barn Dance & Folk Concert
See out the day with our Barn Dance down in the Festival Marquee. Starting at 7.30pm it will be a night filled with live music by the Extravaganza Band accompanied by caller Hayden Coates.
There will also be our annual Folk Concert on the Friday night with James Delarre and Saul Rose, The Rants and Mojo Mules.
Tickets are £10 for each night and can be purchased from our box office at 9 Alibone Close (01604 646818)
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
Sat 11th
GARDENERS PLANT SALE & COFFEE MORNING
Moulton Community Centre 10.30am - 12pm
Sun 12th
FAMILY FUN RUN Moulton WM Club Car Park
11.45am / Entry Forms: Co-op & online
Mon 13th
WI FASHION SHOW "Rock the Frocks" Moulton WM Club
7.30pm Admission by ticket £4
Tue 14th - Sun 19th
ART EXHIBITION Central Garage.
Thu 16th
FESTIVAL BINGO 7.30pm Moulton Community Centre
Fri 17th
Bob Eady Photo Collection 1pm - 7pm Community Centre
FOLK SONG NIGHT in the Marquee with Janes Delarre and Saul Rose, The Rants and Mojo Mules - Primary School 8pm
Sun 19th
BOB EADY PHOTOS at the Community Centre - 9am - 1pm
MORRIS DANCING - Noon, outside the Parish Church
SONGS OF PRAISE SERVICE at Carey Baptis Church followed by tea, coffee and cakes - 4pm
Festival Saturday - 18th May
Moulton Morris hosting visiting Morris teams from all over Britain. Stalls and displays in the marquee with a licensed bar along with stalls in the Public Gardens.
9am - 4pm
- BOB EADY PHOTOS at the Community Centre
9.45am
- CHILDRENS BOWER COMPETITION in Public Gardens
- REFRESHMENTS - Evangelical Church, Doves Lane
10-4pm
- CAREY BAPTIS CHURCH: Flower Festival + Teas & Coffee
- MOULTON THEATRE: Teas/Coffee/Soft Drinks/Cakes - no charge
10.00am
- CROWNING of the 2024 MAY QUEEN in Public Gardens
10.30am
- TRADITIONAL MAYCART PROCESSION - Artichoke/Cardigan/Telegraph
11.00am
- MOULTON THEATRE: Short Dramatic Performance also 3pm for Children
- STALLS open: the Public Gardens, Primary School Site, Church Centre and in the Festival Marquee at the Primary School
- FESTIVAL MARQUEE STAGE - Just Sing
11-3pm
- MOULTON CHURCH - Cafe, Refreshments & Events
12-1pm
- THEATRE TOURS - Singing sessions 1pm to 2pm all free
2:00pm
- CARNIVAL PARADE - meet at 1.30pm in Pound Lane
2.30pm
- BRASS BAND CONCERT with Moulton 77 Brass Band - Public Gardens
4.00pm
- MASSED DISPLAY BY ALL MORRIS TEAMS in Public Gardens
7.30-10pm
- BARN DANCE with LIVE MUSIC in the Festival Marquee, Primary School.