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Penrith May Day 2026 promises a colourful and creative celebration for the whole community, inspired by this year’s theme, “In the Garden.”

Penrith Town Centre will host the return of the town’s popular May Day celebration on Monday 4 May 2026, with a programme of family friendly activities and entertainment planned throughout the afternoon.

Organised by Penrith Town Council, Penrith May Day 2026 will take place from 12pm to 5pm, with the funfair at Sandgate Bus Station running from 10am to 7pm. This year’s event is inspired by the theme “In the Garden,” celebrating growth, nature and creativity alongside the community spirit that underpins Penrith’s long standing May Day tradition.

Building on the success of last year’s event, the Council is once again leading the delivery of May Day, working with local performers, artists and community groups to bring activity and colour to the town centre.

The event programme will include live music, street entertainment, arts and crafts, fun and games, classic games, trampolines, land train rides, a Fellrunner bus to get you to and from the event and a "Green Man" parade delivered by UpFront, alongside the all day funfair at Sandgate Bus Station.

The event will include:

• Funfair in Sandgate Bus Station
• Trampolines
• Classic Games
• Live Music
• Land Train
• Inflatable Fun & Games
• Arts & Crafts
• Street Entertainment
• Parade

The event is free to attend.