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Programme Sale 2026

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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2026 Bo’ness Fair Day!

The countdown is officially on! To make sure you don’t miss a single beat of this year’s festivities, the Official 2026 Fair Programmeis officially available.

Queen Elect Holly, shown with the 2026 Bo'ness Fair Programme

Priced at £5, this is your essential handbook for all things Fair Day, from timings for the day, photos from last years Fair and events to the local stories that show why our Fair Day is so special. Picking up a copy doesn’t just keep you in the loop, it supports the hard work that goes into making the Fair happen every year.

Where to Grab Your Copy

Whether you’re doing your weekly shop or enjoying a stroll through town, you can find our programme at various locations across Bo’ness.

Area Stockists
Town Centre Tesco KIiosk, Visage Beauty (North Street), With Love, Vikki x (Market Street), Branches Gift Shop (Market Square), Inkspot & Silverleaf Booksellers (South Street), The Wee Wine Bar (South Street), Sweets ‘n’ Things (Hope Street)
Corbiehall & Grangepans The Corbie Inn, Talking Heads, Grangepans Mini Mart
The Drum & Hillcrest David’s Kitchen Ltd, Premier Store
Newtown, Maidenpark and Kinneil Baker St. Post Office, Spar (Jamieson Avenue), Morrisons (Dean Road), Fiaz’s (Gilburn Place)

Why Buy a Programme?

Aside from being a great souvenir, the programme includes:

  • Full timings for the Fair Day events.

  • Maps and procession routes.

  • Behind-the-scenes insights and community stories.

Make sure you’re ready for the “Best Day of the Year.” Grab your copy today and let the Mardi Gras celebrations begin!

Bo’ness Fair 5K & 2K Fun Run Success

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Sunshine, Smiles, and Sparkling Shoes!

What a day it was! On Sunday 10th May, the Bo’ness ommunity came together in the glorious sunshine for the  return of the Bo’ness Fair 5K, alongside our brand-new 2K Fun Run for younger runners.

With over 100 runners crossing the finish line, an incredible atmosphere, and more than £860 raised for our Fair Day Funds, the event was an absolute triumph. Whether you were sprinting for a personal best, jogging with family, or shouting from the sidelines, you made it a day to remember.

Blinged-Up Laces and Podiatry Advice

A massive shout-out goes to our sponsor, Grant Podiatry, who were on hand at the event to champion foot health and cheer on our competitors.

Not only did they keep everyone putting their best foot forward, but they were also kept busy with their shoe bedazzle service. Runners of all ages lined up to have their laces blinged up in exchange for a small donation. Thanks to their creativity and your generosity, those sparkles translated directly into vital funds for the Fair Day.

Our Community Heroes

An event of this scale simply cannot happen without the backing of our local business community. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors who stepped up to make the day possible:

  • Grant Podiatry

  • Alan Steele Asset Management

  • FLXY Space

  • Frank McGarry Independent Celebrant

Running for the Fair

Every single penny raised from the registrations, donations, and bedazzling stations goes directly toward the Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival funds.

Seeing the community out in such high numbers, and bathed in such beautiful May sunshine, reminds us just how special our town is. The addition of the 2K fun run brought a fantastic energy to the morning, and it was brilliant to see the next generation of runners sporting their Fair Day with pride.

Thank You, Bo’ness! Whether you ran, volunteered, sponsored, or spectated, thank you for making the return of the Fair Run such a resounding success.

Keep an eye on our social media pages for photo galleries of the day and updates on upcoming Fair Day events!

The Magic of the Bo’ness Arches is Underway!

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There is a distinct kind of buzz that takes over Bo’ness at this time of year. If you take a stroll down almost any street right now, you’ll hear the hum of saws, the rustle of chicken wire, and the hushed, top-secret chatter of neighbours plotting their next masterpiece.

Yes, arch-building season is officially in full swing!

Across the town, teams of builders are pouring months of hard work, late nights, and endless cups of tea into bringing this year’s spectacular school themes to life. From the vibrant, carnival energy of Mardi Gras to the nautical adventure of All Hands on Deck, the creativity on display this year is shaping up to be an absolute triumph.

Let’s be honest, there is absolutely nowhere else in the world that does it quite like Bo’ness.

There is nothing sweeter than that magical window before the Fair when the streets come alive. Walking around the town, bumping into old friends, and soaking up the community spirit is a tradition like no other. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or welcoming visitors to the town, the arches are the beating heart of our Fair season.

If you are building an arch this year, we want to make sure your hard work gets the spotlight it deserves. There are two fantastic ways to get involved and show off your skills this year:

Get on the Map 🗺️

Don’t let your arch be a hidden gem! By submitting your location to our Interactive Arch Map, you’ll help locals and visitors alike plot their journey around the town, ensuring nobody misses out on your incredible creatio

Enter the Competition 🏆

Think your team has what it takes to take home the glory? Enter our official competition! Our judges will be doing the rounds on the morning of the Fair to review every single entry. Once the procession is over and the dust has settled, you might just return home to a shiny winner’s certificate to hang proudly on the wall.

Ready to share your masterpiece?

Don’t wait until the last minute! Click the link below to register your location for the map, enter the judging, or both before Sunday June 21st.

Submit your arch

What theme are you most excited to see brought to life this year? Let us know in the comments below, and happy building, Bo’ness!

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Ladies Day

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Join us for a fundraising Ladies Day on Saturday, 3rd October, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Bo’ness Town Hall.

“Get in ladies, we’re going fundraising.” Saturday, 3rd October, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Bo’ness Town Hall, we’re bringing the sparkle, the sisterhood, and the sweetest homemade cakes to Bo’ness Town Hall for a Ladies Day Afternoon Tea with purpose. Our committee will be behind the bar pouring the bubbly, the room will be filled with laughter, and live entertainment will set the tone for a truly unforgettable afternoon.

But beyond the tea stands and the fizz, this day is about something bigger and more important, it’s a day to support the Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival – a tradition that belongs to every family, every street, every generation. By joining us, you’re helping preserve one of Scotland’s most treasured cultural celebrations, ensuring its heritage continues to inspire and delight the children who will one day take their place in its story.

Fair Day Film Night – Dracula

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This Halloween, steady your heartbeat and cross the threshold of the historic Bo’ness Hippodrome, where an ordinary night at the cinema slips quietly into the realm of the uncanny—all in support of the Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival.

On Tuesday, 27th October at 7:30pm, prepare to confront the immortal terror that reshaped gothic storytelling as we summon Bram Stoker’s Dracula to the big screen. Whether you have braved its shadows many times or are feeling its fangs for the first, this screening promises a slow, creeping dread that deepens… and deepens… until darkness itself seems to breathe.

Choose your fate wisely:
🧛‍♂️ £17 Ticket – Includes a cocktail & popcorn… though you may wish to watch the mirrors and the corners where no light dares linger.
🧛‍♀️ £10 Ticket – Screening only, for those bold enough to walk into the night without protection.

Gather your companions and fortify your courage, for within our Hippodrome, you may discover that the true danger is not what stalks across the screen… but what stirs quietly in the velvet gloom around you.

Ceilidh

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Dust off your dancing shoes and join us for a night of festive fun at the Bo’ness Town Hall on Saturday, 28th November!

Whether you’re planning a night out with friends or just love a good ceilidh, this is the perfect way to spend a dark Saturday in November — all while supporting the best day of the year.

The Brave, one of Scotland’s top ceilidh bands, will keep the dancefloor buzzing with their high-energy take on traditional tunes.

Tickets priced £20 per person. Includes a welcome drink on arrival and a tasty pie during the interval — just when you’ll need a break from all that dancing!

🕢 Doors open at 7:30 PM

Kilts are optional but highly encouraged — let’s make it a night to remember!