The line up for the 2024 Golowan Festival in Penzance has been revealed.
The theme for this year's festival in West Cornwall, now in its 34th year, will be "Together, We Shine", reflecting the inspirational power of the community.
For more than three decades, the event has gathered people of various ages and sectors for an exciting mix of music, art and festive madness during midsummer.
Each year, local artists, students and community groups march down Market Jew Street on Mazey Day, creating awe-inspiring sights.
Stephen Reynolds, mayor of Penzance said: "This year’s Golowan theme could not be more fitting – celebrating the togetherness that not only makes us shine, but also builds our resilience and community spirit in an uncertain world.
"I’m especially pleased that this year we are welcoming the bagad marching band from Concarneau, our twin town in Brittany, who this year will lead the Civic Parade on Mazey Day – shining a light on our shared Celtic traditions and heritage.
"Golowan is a unique, one-of-a-kind festival that brings the generations together in a celebration of who we are.
"I am proud and honoured to part of it again this year."
Favourites like Mock Mayor, the Serpent Dance, the Fireworks, music and parades will return along with new Youth Music innovations.
Events kickstart on June 23, with the Civic parade at 10.30am and a Torchlit Procession at 9.30pm.
On June 27, the Mock Mayor will be elected in the Golowan marquee in St Anthony’s Gardens.
Fireworks light up Abbey Slip and Ross Bridge on June 28, followed by the Serpent Dance.
Mazey Day falls on June 29 with parades, music, dancing and food stalls.
Finally, June 30 will mark the Quay Fair Day with music, dancing and community showcase.
To ensure sustainability, the festival promotes the use of reusable cups and train travel, facilitated by their official travel partners www.GWR.com.
Donations made to the Golowan Festival buckets will go directly towards maintaining the festival.
The festival thrives on the support of its partners and sponsors such as Penzance Town Council, the Arts Council of England, FEAST, Penzance BID, Sustainable Penzance among others.
Further details and a downloadable programme are available at www.Golowanfestival.org.
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