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Waterfoot Wakes parade is back again for 2025. Join in as the parade hits the streets of Waterfoot for another year.
This year's parade theme is Innovation and Invention, so expect to see an array of creative designs. The parade starts at Edgeside Park from 12:00. The route will cover Park Lane, Booth Road, Burnley Road East, before finishing at the Waterfoot Play Park (behind The Waterfoot Cafe). So line the streets, wave your flags, even make something of your own and join in.
Following the parade, there will be performances from various groups at Waterfoot Play Park from 13:00 – 16:00, alongside lots more activities happening at Horse + Bamboo.
Bands and acts taking part in Waterfoot Wakes parade and performing around Waterfoot include Cacophany Arkestra and many more.
If your community group or school want to be a part of Waterfoot Parade, get in touch.
| Season (12 July 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 12:00 | - 16:00 |
Free event.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Henna ArtistDrop in any time to Horse + Bamboo cafe for some beautiful Henna hand art from local artists.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Craft with Us, House of CreationWhat will you create? 
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Films in the WagonArchive films playing inside throughout the day for audiences to take a break from the busy festival activities. 
Waterfoot Wakes 2025 Puppet Petting FarmFeaturing a wonderful collection of loveable animals from the cheeky goat to the giant highland cow.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Family GamesJoin in throughout the day to play giant Connect 4, hopscotch, games and more.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Punch and JudyIt wouldn't be the Wakes without Clive Chandler's Punch and Judy, back by popular demand for another year. 
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Baby Boo Takeover DayBaby Boo Takeover day is all about fun and sensory experiences for babies and young children aged 0 - 4 years.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Build a Robot with Gizmobot WorkshopJoin Mark Haig from Gizmobots to build your own robot at the Waterfoot Wakes festival.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Optical Theremin WorkshopYou will be guided through building a simple synthesizer, inspired by the Theremin, a classic instrument controlled by hand movements. 
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: Pride Cabaret NightJoin an unforgettable Pride cabaret extravaganza, featuring drag artists, burlesque and variety entertainment.
Waterfoot Wakes 2025: The Quest for Planet PA heartfelt, dynamic and inspiring story about fighting for the planet we love and showing how even the smallest voices can make a big impact.
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