Lyme Regis Regatta and Carnival Week

About this event

A week of events for the whole family during the summer holidays which provides great entertainment while raising money for local good causes. Among the many events, highlights of the week include the Torchlight Procession, Candles Down the River, Wacky Wheelbarrow Race, Duck Race, and the Carnival Procession finale. Fireworks - Friday 31st July 2026 9.30pm Spectacular fireworks display from the Cobb to start Carnival Week with a bang. Torchlight Procession - Saturday 1st August 9pm An iconic event as torchbearers make their way through Langmoor Gardens led by the Mayor, accompanied by the Town Crier. As participants head on to the beach they form a ring of fire on the sand before the torches are used to light a beacon. Torches can be reserved from Lyme Regis Carnival website or from 8pm on the evening of the event (subject to availability) at the entrance to Langmoor Gardens. Demand is always high for this event so it is advisable to reserve your torches in advance to avoid disappointment. Wacky Wheelbarrow Race - Wednesday 5th August 7.30pm Lyme’s funniest, entertaining, crowd-pleasing race, The Wacky Wheelbarrow Race, an evening of ‘wheelie’ great fun with hilarious race action for everyone. All you need is a partner to enter as a team along, with a wheelbarrow, ideally dressed to impress and we’re hoping to see some wacky ideas! - Trophies will be awarded on the day for best dressed, not just the quickest teams.