Kirkintilloch Canal Festival is back for 2018!

Date: 
Friday, 20 April, 2018


Set course for East Dunbartonshire – the 2018 Kirkintilloch Canal Festival is on the way and the first attractions are already confirmed.

This year’s events will take place from 20-26 August in and around Kirkintilloch town centre:

  • Story Week (20-24 August) – including a variety of canal boat trips for people of all ages
  • Get Active Saturday (25 August) – a full day of fun, including street theatre, canoeing, archery, climbing wall, entertainment, outdoor sports and more – culminating in a toe-tapping evening concert and fabulous fireworks
  • Gala Sunday (26 August) – classic cars, market stalls, street theatre, live music, dancing displays, Coppers on the Canal and more.

The Canal Festival – organised by East Dunbartonshire Council in partnership with a range of organisations – attracts thousands of visitors every year, boosting the economy and the area’s status as a visitor destination.

This year's programme will offer a wide range of activities and provide a platform for community groups, hostelries and local shops to get involved.

Performing at the Saturday evening concert will be We Love the 90s – featuring hits by the likes of Steps, Cher, Vengaboys, Shania Twain, Oasis, 4 Non Blondes, Black Box, 5ive, 2 Unlimited and more – all topped off by an amazing fireworks display.

Joint Council Leader, Councillor Andrew Polson, said, “Work is taking place behind the scenes on the 2018 Kirkintilloch Canal Festival, with a packed programme for all the family already taking shape.

"I'm delighted that Council colleagues and partners are once again pulling out the stops to ensure the Canal Festival offers a sparkling range of entertainment for all the family.

"The Festival provides a chance for Kirkintilloch to welcome visitors from all over East Dunbartonshire and beyond – boosting the economy and showcasing local facilities and attractions."

Joint Council Leader, Councillor Vaughan Moody, said, “There's still time to get involved if you're a local performer, group, business or organisation – visit the website for more information.

"I hope as many people as possible take the chance to enjoy the wealth of family fun and entertainment on offer – throughout the week and during Get Active Saturday and Gala Sunday.

"There will be something for everyone – from boat trips and classic cars to live music and fireworks.”

For more information, visit www.kirkintillochcanalfestival.org/

You can check out last year’s highlights by visiting www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4VNpuFk8wo

  • Kirkintilloch Canal Festival is organised by the Council and partners such as East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture (EDLC) Trust, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue, Kirkintilloch Baptist Church, the Regent Centre, New College Lanarkshire – Kirkintilloch, Seagull Trust, Scottish Canals, the Forth and Clyde Canal Society and Kirkintilloch & District Classic Vehicle Club.

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