Tall tales of pirates and mysterious creatures from the deep, dark depths of the oceans will pass through Carndonagh on Sunday, October 30 at 6pm, with a grand finale of a fantastic firework display.
In addition to the parade, this year there will be a pumpkin patch in the center of the Diamond.
They are calling on all new and experienced pumpkin carvers to enter their pre-carved pumpkins in the patch and help create a ‘spooky’ display in the town centre. In addition to prizes for the best carved pumpkin, there is a treasure to be had for the best dressed family, best dressed teenagers and best dressed child in fancy dress competitions.
A children’s coloring competition is being held during October, with three devilish designs for our young artists to choose from. Coloring sheets can be collected from Visit Carndonagh Tourist Office, Doherty’s Newsagents and Deirdre’s at The Diamond.
All entries will be displayed at the tourist office to impress visitors and competition judges with their colorful and creative designs. All entries must be returned to the Visit Carndonagh tourist office by 5pm on Friday, October 28 to be in with a chance of winning.
Chairman of Carndonagh Traders Association Deirdre Bradley said: “After a few years of not having a big gathering, to be able to hold the carnival this year is just fantastic. It will be just amazing to see families and especially children dressed in their costumes, it will be such an incredible atmosphere around the city. Every year as a not for profit group we strive to organize bigger and better events for our community and surrounding areas and especially for our visitors to Inishowen. ‘
Established in 2018, Carndonagh Traders Association makes every effort to promote Carndonagh and the surrounding areas as a visitor destination and an environment that residents are proud to call home. During this time they have held several major events within the city, including the 4-day live music festival, Live in the Marquee, Halloween Carnivals and New Years celebrations.