THOUSANDS of people flocked to watch the famous illuminated parade in Weston last week in what could be the show's 'biggest night yet'.

It was Weston Carnival's first showing since the start of the Covid pandemic on Friday, November 11, where fun and amazement was had by all. 

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Spectators witnessed the magical pageant, marching bands and entertainers line the streets. 

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Carnival-goers were also treated to 'perfect' weather as continental Europe experiences an unusually mild autumn. 

The huge turnout comes after fears the show may be cancelled if it did not secure massive financial support from the community. 

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

This year's winning cart was When Movies Were Movies. 

A spokesperson said: "Thank you to all of the carnival clubs for bringing the magic back to the streets of Weston after three long years and to all of the supporters, sponsors and those who helped make it happen behind the scenes and on the streets."

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Crowds enjoy Weston Carnival.Crowds enjoy Weston Carnival. (Image: Charlie Williams)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Families watched the carnival in Weston. Families watched the carnival in Weston. (Image: Charlie Williams)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

 

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022.Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)

Weston Mercury: Weston Carnival 2022. Weston Carnival 2022. (Image: Mark Atherton Photography)