This is the big kick off event for the Guernsey Street Festival and we encourage you to come dressed in fancy dress, for our fifth year we are encouraging fancy dress from any of our themes from the past five years. This could be 'under the sea', fairies witches and wizards, superheroes and princesses, carnival and circus or pirates. There will be a large procession through town so head down to enjoy the festivities!
WHEN: Saturday 26th July 2025
TIME: 10AM - 10:30AM
WHERE: Sunken Gardens - through town - finish in the Market
Special Tickets
Join the Grand Opening Procession in the Petit Train!
The Petit Train is leading the Guernsey Street Festival Grand Procession on Saturday 22nd July from 10am, starting at the Sunken Garden and driving through the High Street. Book your place today for this special event via the Petit Train!
Superheros, pirates, fairies and much more
Our character actors perform every Saturday and will be playing games, interacting, giving free temporary tattoos and judging the fancy dress competitions.
Last year we had characters such as Spiderman, Cinderella, Anna, Elsa, Dr Who, Princess Leya, the Fairy Godmother, Little Red Riding Hood, Hermione Granger and many more!
Four Piece Funky Brass Band
Founded in 2015, the King Brasstards emerged as one of the UK’s pioneering funky brass bands, their outstanding ability to entertain is unparalleled.
King Brasstards aren’t just about the big stage moments; “We can steal the show with a simple, spontaneous performance at a reception,” explains Frontman Gareth John. He adds, “Our dynamic range, from a tight three-piece to a magnificent seven-piece band, ensures both we and our clients enjoy ultimate flexibility.”
With two distinctive vocalists leading their ensemble, the band guarantees exhilarating performances that are not only delightful but also tailored to the desires of their clientele.
Their musical canvas, while vast, always maintains a funky New Orleans-inspired undertone. With three stellar albums under their belt, their relentless dedication to versatility and a sharp business ethic is evident.
From electrifying the arena at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham to energizing the stands backing Team GB at the Billie Jean King Cup, their pulsating beats have echoed across numerous prestigious events. They've enlivened The Hundred cricket matches, set the pace at Formula One in Silverstone, cheered on the Leicester Tigers Rugby, got fans on their feet at Premier League football matches, and have been the soul of many basketball finals events.
Television hasn't been immune to their charms either. Their charisma on ITV’s 'Britain’s Got Talent', Channel 4, BBC Red Button, BT Sport, and Sky Sports speaks volumes about their adaptability.
Beyond live sports and broadcasts their tunes have caught the ears of industry giants like SkyBet, Boohoo, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Uber to name to name a few. In 2022, they left an indelible mark at the Travel Industry Awards held at the esteemed Rosewood Hotel in London. Their unique talent for kickstarting the party from any corner of a room, before owning the stage, is their signature entertainment move.
Lineage:
Their members have shared stages with iconic acts like The Specials, The Happy Mondays, Paul Weller, The Jam, The Beautiful South, Stephen Mulhern, Tom Grennan, Shed 7, and a plethora of others.
Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist
Acoustic country-pop singer Rachel Dawson is a regular in the music scene as a busker, performer at local restaurants, weddings, parties, corporate events and festivals. Rachel won the 'Best Newcomer Award' at the 2021 Guernsey Street Festival.
A clear songwriting talent, Rachel made the International Finals of the Song Academy Young Songwriter competition in 2020 and is currently studying Music at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts.
With influences including Eva Cassidy and Joni Mitchell, her unique mix of interpretive covers, with her own material, is at the heart of her enjoyable, emotive set.
Majorette Troup
The Guernsey Majorettes were set up in 1992 and have been a favourite at local events for many years. The troup boasts 5 age groups, mainly based on school years, of whom the older members attend competitions in the UK twice annually.
Marching Band
The Guernsey Boys Brigade was formed at L’Islet in 1947, but the worldwide organisation has been around since 1883 and is part of the boyhood experience of many adults. Their function is to serve today's young people and promote habits of
Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-respect and all that tends towards a true
Christian manliness.
Their brand section is a testament to their values and skill.
Singer/Songwriter/Actor
A real powerhouse singer and charismatic performer, Dom makes an increasingly formidable front woman who really knows how to perform. BBC Introducing describes her as having 'a unique stage presence and charisma that seems to borrow from Courtney Love and Cyndi Lauper'. Dom is constantly surprising audiences with her inimitable voice and energy on stage. If you want to see a great show she is sure to give you a real performance every time.
Singer / Guitarist
Dave has been singing from the age of eight and playing guitar from sixteen - first teaching himself basic power chords through listening to bands like Green Day and Nirvana, then through more complex progressions from the likes of Radiohead and the Beatles. Having not had much opportunity to perform before coming to Guernsey, Dave is now thankful to be able to do so here on a regular basis.
Singer
A passionate performer, Dani has been involved with the local arts scene in various roles over the past few years, performing in plays, pantomimes and the Eisteddfod, as well as directing and playwriting. Music has always been an important part of Dani's life and she is constantly looking to improve and challenge herself as a vocalist, whether it's through alternative rock or the characterful charms of musical theatre!
Photography
Calum started photography as a hobby after being inspired by one particularly beautiful sunset in 2018. He has photographed a wide range of events locally including The West Show, The North Show, Liberation Day, and the Guernsey Street Festival in 2023. He has a variety of equipment which allows him to take an array of different photos including closeup, landscape, wide angle, and long exposure shots. Calum looks forward to photographing all of this year’s events!
Singer/guitarist
Graham is a soul, blues and jazz singer inspired by the likes of Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder and Steve Winwood. Also a member of The Dawberts - a trio which includes my daughter and her godfather, this is Grahams first solo venture into the world of music performance.
Jazz Vocalist
Lydia Jane Pugh is an award-winning Singer, Composer and Vocal Coach who writes, performs and creates stunning music, whether it is via her own singer-songwriting, writing for others or coaching a new musical talent.
Her songwriting talent is clear, having been shortlisted for the Songdoor International Songwriting Competition, 2012, and making the semi-finals 'Song of the Year, 2014' with '1945' (soft-rock category).
With original songs and insightful interpretations of modern day songs in the jazz idiom, Lydia’s music transcends genres and gets straight to the heart of her listeners.
There will be lots of ways to get involved whether by flag waving or dressing up for the fancy dress competition in the Market later, however if you want to be a part of the parade itself take a look below of how you can join us.
LE PETIT TRAIN
Le Petit Train will be returning to lead the parade through the streets of St Peter Port and you could be on it!
Watch this space for tickets
JOIN THE PARADE
This is the big kick off event for the Guernsey Street Festival so join our grand opening procession where we will have some fantastic giveaways and entertainment!
In celebration of 5 years of the Guernsey Street Festival this years theme for the festivities is any character from the last 5 years - if you want to join the parade, email us here.
There will be freebies for participating children and we encourage all to come in fancy dress.
10AM - Grand Opening Procession from the Sunken Gardens to the Market
Join the procession in Le Petit Train or join on foot in costume by contacting us.
Le Petit Train will leave from Albert Pier at 9:45.
10:30AM - Performance from King Brasstards
10.30AM - 12PM - Festivities in the market
12.00PM - Guernsey Majorettes
1.00PM - TBC performance
2.00PM - TBC performance