The West End Carnival on 24 August will have an amazing programme of free entertainment to enjoy both on stage and roaming the streets. The main stage at Frankfort Gate will play host to musical performances including Manuka as well as a host of circus performers. There will be a second stage by Market Way.

Jump to: Main Stage | Carnival Parade | Meet the Dragons | Roaming Acts | Street Shows | Silent Disco | Performances | Childrens Rides

Main Stage

Enjoy performances on the main stage at Frankfort Gate.

• Sword Swallower show at 12pm and 2.15pm
• Juggler show at 12.10pm 1.30pm 
• Fire show at 12.30pm and 1.45pm 
• Hula Hoop show at 12.40pm and 1.55pm 
• Danger show at 12.50pm and 2.05pm 
• Manuka at 3pm to 4pm 

Carnival Parade

Leaving at Frankfort Gate at 11am, expect to see a colourful procession of performers in the West End Carnival Parade, arriving back at Frankfort Gate at 12pm.Included in the Parade are smoke-breathing dragon and baby dragons, Taiko drummers, Sir Foxley and Angie Mack and more to be announced!

Meet the Dragons

• Baby Dragons with Parade at 11am to 11.15am
• Baby Dragons walkabout at 12.15pm to 12.30pm, 2pm to 2.15pm and 3.30pm to 3.45pm 
• Giant Dragon at 11.15am to 11.30am, 1pm to 1.15pm and 1.45pm to 2pm 

 Timings are subject to change.

Music Stage by Heyday Events

Catch the live music performances at Market Avenue South.

• Manuka at 12pm to 1pm
• Summer at 1.45pm to 2.45pm 
• Joanna Cooke at 3pm to 4pm 

Roaming Acts

Find exciting roaming acts around the West End.

• Hula Hooper: 1.05pm to 1.30pm and 2.50pm to 3.15pm.
• Fire Stilt Walker: 12pm to 12.25pm and 2.15pm to 2.40pm
• Sir Foxley: 12.15pm to 12.45pm 2.15pm to 2.45pm.
• Stilt Walkers: 12.25pm to 12.50pm, 1.25pm to 1.50pm, 2.30pm to 2.55pm and 3.30pm to 3.55pm
• Juggler: 12.35pm to 1pm and 1.40pm.
• Angie Mack:1.15pm to 1.45pm 3.15pm to 3.45pm.
• Circus Walkabout at 2.10pm to 2.30pm and 3.10pm to 3.30pm.

Street Shows

• Circus Workshop: 11.45am to 1.15pm and 2pm to 3.45pm at Market Avenue outside West Market entrance.
• Punch and Judy: 12.30pm to 12.50pm and 1.15pm to 1.35pm at Frankfort Gate.

Silent Disco

Immerse yourself in the ultimate entertainment experience at the Silent Disco by Sounds by Jozzy, from 1pm to 4pm at Market Avenue South.

Performances around the area 

• Wan Thai: Cat and Jon at 11am to 11.45am and 1.45pm to 2.30pm
• Market Avenue: Elements Plymouth Taiko Drumming at 1pm to 1.30pm
• Market Avenue South: Stralight Schools of Dance at 1pm to 1:30pm
• Nolly's Crafts Cornwall Street: Cat and Jon from 12:30pm until 1:15pm and 3:15pm until 4pm

Fairground Rides

Have a go on exciting fairground rides at Frankfort Gate from 11am to 4pm, including Chair Planes, Swing Boats, and Striker.