The Newquay Events Diary below is an eclectic mix of events in Newquay that might appeal to you whether you’re a resident or a holidaymaker, or visiting your second home. 
As with all things, it’s biased – biased towards events I know are occurring, events I see posted round town – and events that are well-known. But then I need to remember to add them once I’ve found them. If I see a poster strapped to a lamp-post there’s a chance I will remember, but I don’t always 🙂
If I think an event is exceedingly dull, or I just take a personal dislike to it, it won’t be included 🙂
We’re not biased here, but sometimes things have to be dropped. The aim is to have a bit of a mix though, across all dates… but this isn’t always possible.
Newquay’s Carnival week 2016 runs from Saturday 2 July to Saturday 9 July, finishing with the Grand Carnival Parade starting at 6pm on Saturday 9th proceeding from the Bristol Hotel on Narrowcliff to The Fort pub, above Newquay Harbour.
On the final night, a Mascot Race runs from the Hotel Victoria at 5.30pm to Barrowfields, opposite the Bristol Hotel, to get the crowds gathered for the start of the Carnival Parade.
Throughout the week there will be a variety of events across the town.
National Trust Ranger Day at Crantock July 2016, Newquay
Join the National Trust Rangers for a few hours on patrol, pulling common ragwort, litter picking beaches or cutting back footpath vegetation.
This is an ideal opportunity for anyone wanting to experience what a National Trust ranger gets up to and is a great way of getting out in the fresh air. All tools and equipment provided. Just bring some food and drink, wear sturdy boots and dress in clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty and is suitable for the weather. Booking essential.
This is a National Trust North Cornwall Volunteer Day
For more information please phone 01208 863821 or email tom.sparkes@nationaltrust.org.uk
When: Saturday 9 July 2016, 10am to 2pm
Where: Crantock, Newquay
Mitchell Car Boot Sales, Saturdays, 2016,
Mitchell Car Boot Sales are held at Trethvas Farm on Saturdays from 12 noon. 
These car boot sales are organised by Cornwall Car Boots and not by the farm, who only provide the location.
Newquay Beach Clean 2016 - Watergate Beach, Newquay
There’s a Newquay Beach Clean event at Watergate Beach, Newquay. 
This litter picking session runs from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday 9 July 2016.
Newquay Electric Beach Festival 2016 at Fistral Beach, Newquay
The Electric Beach Festival is a 3-day festival of sound, parties and fun, at Fistral Beach Newquay. Â 
The dates for 2016 are Friday 8 July to Sunday 10 July 2016, with tickets costing £25-55, depending on the number of days you’re wanting to go and if you want to attend the after parties or not!
Entertainment includes: De La Soul, The Levellers, Zion Train, Dr Meaker, Caravana Sun, Echo Town, Crinkle Cuts and more.
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Please do not rely upon the information here if you’re setting out on a long journey. Sometimes events are changed, or cancelled, so always check that things are still scheduled before you set off.
