In Pictures: Weston Carnival 2019

Weston Carnival. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Thousands of spectators lined the streets as more than 100 colourful illuminated carts, marching bands and entertainers descended on the town for the event which celebrated its's 50th year, last night (Friday).

One spectator commented that 'it was the perfect night for carnival', following last year's parade which was almost cancelled due to heavy rain and high winds.

Weston Carnival, Huckyduck CC . Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Carnival Committee member Terry Gilbert said: "It has cost us around £35,000 to run the carnival this year, and we started working on the procession from December last year, to make sure the event ran perfectly and smoothly."

The carnival has eight new sponsors this year, including Weston Town Council, which gave the committee £500 towards its 50th celebrations, All The Two's Taxis, and the town's museum.

Weston Carnival, Harlequin CC Ironworks. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Bristish Flag CC Last Ride. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Hot Rock CC Voyage to Valhalla. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Smandys CC Bugzy Malone. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Mendip Vale CC Rolling on the River. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Xtreme CC. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Huckyduck CC . Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Ramblers CC. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Storm. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Renagades CC. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, First Bus. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Bristish Flag CC Last Ride. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Marina Sydenham JCC Sea Warriors. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Cobra CC Dia De Los Muertos. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)

Weston Carnival, Silent Mary Masqueraders CC. Picture: MARK ATHERTON (Image: Archant)