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Why Supporting Our Events Matters More Than Ever

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Ask anyone in town, and they’ll tell you the same thing: Bo’ness Fair Day is “The Best Day of the Year.”

It is a tradition steeped in history, a day where generations of families come together, streets are lined with stunning arches, and the smiles on our children’s faces make every ounce of effort worthwhile.However, behind the coronation, the bands, and the vibrant procession lies a reality that many in our community might not fully realise: it costs around £90,000 every single year to deliver Fair Day.

From hiring staging and booking procession bands, to providing essential health and safety logistics, such as road closures, legally required security personnel, first aid cover, and portable toilets. The expenses needed to run a safe and memorable festival are vast.

To ensure that Fair Day remains the day our children deserve, the volunteer committee relies entirely on community support and year-round fundraising.Every single ticket you buy for one of our fundraising events goes directly towards securing the future of the Fair.

Fantastic Events Throughout the Year

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To help raise these essential funds, our committee organises a variety of fun-filled events across the town all year round. Whether you’re looking for a lively night out, family-friendly fun, or seasonal celebrations, there is always something on the calendar for everyone:

  • From our popular Ladies Days and traditional Ceilidh to daytime discos and live music nights at local venues.
  • Family & Festive Fun:Magical seasonal events like Santa’s Festive Brunch and special movie screenings that bring smiles to everyones faces.
  • Community Fundraisers:Quizzes, fun runs and local appeals that bring our town together in a great community spirit.

Attending an event isn’t just a fun way to spend time with friends and family, it is a direct investment in keeping our town’s heritage alive. So head over to our online ticketing site to see what’s coming up and secure your tickets.

The Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival belongs to all of us. By supporting our fundraising efforts throughout the year, you help ensure that future generations will continue to experience the magic of Bo’ness Fair Day.

Visit our event page

Call for Volunteers

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Help Keep the Magic Alive: Volunteers Needed for Appeals Week!

The Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival is more than just a day on the calendar—but as any local knows, the bands, the procession and the crowning ceremony don’t just happen by magic. It takes a massive community effort and, most importantly, the funds to make it all possible.

That is why Appeals Week is the most critical event in our fundraising calendar. This year, Appeals Week begins on Sunday, 19th April, and we are looking for a “fair” amount of help to make it a success!

What is Appeals Week?

Appeals Week is our biggest annual fundraising drive. It’s a simple but effective tradition: we aim to get a donation envelope to every single household in Bo’ness.

The funds raised go directly toward the costs of the Festival, ensuring that our children can continue to enjoy a spectacular Fair Day year after year. With rising costs, your contribution of time is more valuable now than ever.

How You Can Help

We are looking for local volunteers to help with two key tasks:

  1. The Drop: Delivering donation envelopes to houses in a designated area/street.

  2. The Collection: Returning a few days later to collect the envelopes and the generous donations from our neighbors.

No experience is necessary! If you can walk a few streets and offer a friendly smile, you’re perfectly qualified. Whether you can cover one street or a whole estate, every bit of help lightens the load for our small committee.

Why Volunteer?

  • Support the Fair: Be a direct part of keeping our 100+ year tradition alive.

  • Get Your Steps In: It’s a great way to get some fresh air and exercise.

  • Community Spirit: Meet your neighbors and represent the best of Bo’ness.

Ready to Sign Up?

If you can spare a few hours during the week of 19th April, we would love to hear from you.

To volunteer, please contact the Appeals Week Convener at fairdayappeals@gmail.com 

Let’s work together to make 2026 the best Fair yet. See you on the doors!