Whittlesey Festival coming this September

There will be lots to smile about at the Whittlesey Festival on Sunday 13 September 10am – 4pm with something for all the family. With an exciting programme of entertainment, music and dance in the town centre, you’re guaranteed a fun day out no matter what age you are.

Back by popular demand is Jez’O and his Comedy Magic Show who will be giving two performances of his light-hearted, thrilling, grand illusions. Jez’O encourages audience participation so make sure you don’t miss his hilarious shows on the Square.

Also back this year wowing the crowds are the Black Eagles, African acrobatic group and King Don steel drums bringing a taste of the Caribbean to the Market Square.

There’re so many different genres of dance to be seen on the day, The Michelle Murray school of Highland Dancing will accompany the Tri-Counties Pipes and Drums as they play. There’ll be Irish dancing from the Solas School of Irish Dance, Lithuanian dance group ‘Raskila’, East Elite Allstars cheer leaders, songs from the shows and musicals by local youth performing arts groups as well as the Starlight Twirlettes Majorettes.

Other major attractions include over 100 vintage vehicles lining the streets, a Craft Fair and the Schools Art Exhibition in the library with over 200 pieces of work on display, as well as numerous stalls and rides for the children, many of which are free or subsidised.

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