Everything you need to know about Peel Carnival

The parade takes place along Peel Promenade

The Isle of Man's longest running carnival is set to bring the streets of a seaside town to life with a parade of floats, fancy dress and live entertainment.

Organised by a group of volunteers, Peel Carnival has been held along the harbour and promenade for 73 years.

Chairman of the committee Fenella Costain said the free event was "a day when the whole community comes together to have some fun and make memories".

What is Peel Carnival?

Hundreds of people flock to Peel each year for the festivities which include sandcastle competitions, a crazy hat contest, bouncy castles, Manx bands, local food and charity stalls.

The highlight of the day is a grand parade with floats, people wearing fancy dress, and a steel band.

A special additions for 2025 include a bubbleologist, who will be creating giant bubbles, and group of 12 visitors from Germany who will take part in their national costumes.

Last year saw about 50 exhibitors dressed up as the characters from 101 Dalmatians and Little Red Riding Hood, while others operated a large sculpture inspired by the Moddey Dhoo, the ghost of a black dog said to haunt nearby Peel Castle.

When is it on?

Carnival day begins at 10:00 BST on Sunday and features events and entertainment throughout the day until 18:00.

The main event is the parade at 14:00, which leaves from the House of Manannan and snakes along the harbourside and promenade.

Those who wish to join the march and enter fancy dress contests can register from 13:00.

People have been encourage to take part in fancy dress

Regular sights include fire engines and RNLI vessels, and the local Women's Institute branch and the town's performance group Peel Pantaloons also tend to join the proceedings.

Entrants can win prizes in categories such as best float and best double act, as well as a new category of best family fancy dress.

The "very colourful" display is a celebration of Peel, which "really makes the day", Ms Costain said.

"Peel has such a great community, it's been going for all these years and people put in a lot of effort and turn up to make it a marvellous day," she said.

Road Closures

For the duration of the carnival East Quay and Peel Promenade, from Station Place to Marine Parade, will be shut to traffic.

One-way systems on Walpole Road and Stanley Road will also be reversed throughout the day.

And parking restrictions will be in place on Church Street, Bridge Street, Stanley Mount and Peveril Road.