The parade, which made its way from The Racecourse, into town and back again, was full of music, dancing, colour and lots of smiles.
Floats and tropes took part as performers made their way around the parade route in the sunny weather, as crowds watched on.
Winners have been named as below
Children’s Floats
- St James Primary School
- Albanian Cultural Association
- East Hunsbury Primary School
Troupes
- Nigerian Community
- Inspiration Arts
Floats
- Northants Youngers
- United African Association
- Ramgarhia Board Northampton / Community of Travellers
Live Music
- Ecton Brook Primary School
- United African Association
- Performing Room / Northampton College
Visiting Troupes
- Pulse Dance Company United
- Zodiac All Stars
- Donna Fox Associates
Individuals
- Rasta Rolla Cyclist
- Amber Sturgess
At The Racecourse, the party continued with live music, food, a funfair and community stalls into the evening.
Below are photos of Northampton Carnival 2026.
29. Northampton Carnival 2026
The event, which saw sunshine, smiles and lots of colour, took place on Saturday June 13. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
30. Northampton Carnival 2026
The event, which saw sunshine, smiles and lots of colour, took place on Saturday June 13. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
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