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Brighton Kids Parade: 40 Years of Bookish Fun!
2 May
Summary
- The annual children's parade marks its 40th year.
- This year's theme is books, inspired by the National Year of Reading.
- Schools are creating elaborate floats like a Viking longboat.
This Saturday marks a significant milestone as thousands of children participate in Brighton's 40th annual children's parade. The vibrant event serves as the opening spectacle for the three-week Brighton Festival, captivating the city with youthful energy and creativity.
The parade's theme this year is 'books', a direct inspiration from the ongoing National Year of Reading. This literary focus encourages schools and participants to weave stories and imagination into their displays. Woodingdean Primary School, a returning participant, emphasizes the parade's role in nurturing their pupils' creative talents.
Pupils from Woodingdean Primary have been diligently crafting their contributions, including an impressive Viking longboat. This elaborate float, adorned with shields and a dragon's head, showcases the hands-on artistic process involved. Children described the papier-mâché technique used to build the vessel as challenging yet rewarding, highlighting the collaborative and fun nature of the preparations for this cherished community event.
