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Why Supporting Our Events Matters More Than Ever

16/08/2026/in Fundraising, News/by admin

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.

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Celebrating School Success

23/06/2026/in News/by admin
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Programme Sale 2026

07/06/2026/in Important Information, News/by admin

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!

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Bo’ness Fair 2026 Announced

09/03/2026/in Important Information, News/by admin

Grange Primary School buzzed with energy as pupils took part in the selection of the 2026 retinue. Pupils delivered thoughtful and heartfelt speeches celebrating the meaning of Bo’ness Fair Day in true election style during a whole‑school assembly. After the presentations, every pupil within the school cast their vote by completing a ballot slip and placing it—class by class—into an authentic ballot box, a memorable experience for all involved.

Raise your masks, cue the marching band and let the carnival take over…presenting your 2026 Mardi Gras‑themed retinue:

Queen Elect – Holly Boyle, who will be crowned by Mrs Gail Dickson

Page Boys – Finlay Gibbs & Reuben Lawrence

Chief Lady – Ariana Barr

Queen of Flowergirls – Jessica Scott

Queen of Fairies – Natalie Bell

Bower Girls – Poppy Carr, Belle Simpson, Sophie Reid, Abigail Kidd, Charlotte Finaly, Avery Earle, Isla Devlin, Rosie Christie

Ladies in Waiting – Olivia Aird, Rhea Barrett, Ellie Johnston, Khloe McGill, Aria Mullen, Parker MacDonald, Jessica Robertson, Ruby Williamson,

Champion – Ruaridh Webster

Chief Lord – Richie Cunningham

Lord in Waiting – Alyaan Irfan

Herald (Glebe Park) – Thomas Davidson

Herald (Douglas Park) – Layton Dickson

Sword Bearer – Aaron Kelly

Crown Bearer – Jamie Rodgers

Sceptre Bearer – Frankie Vallely

Yeoman of the Guards – Freddie Sommerville & Oliver Allan

Queens Guards of Honour – Albert Houston, Rhuan Blackwood, Samuel Brown, Koen Van Der Hoek, Oliver Neilson, Kody Gibson, Reggie MacLachlan, Olly McCallum

Grange Primary will bring the party at this year’s fair with their presentation of ‘Grange Mardi Gras’. But lets take a moment to catch up on the exciting themes from other schools:

🏎️ Bo’ness Public Primary enter the fast lane with ‘BPS Lights out, and away we go’,

🏈 St Mary’s RC Primary will touchdown with “‘St Mary’s Super Bowl’,

⚓ Deanburn Primary School call to the sea with ‘All Hands of Deck’ and

🎸 Kinneil Primary bring 50’s Rock n’ Roll with ‘Rock, Hop and Jive’.

Get ready for a spectacular display of creativity and talent from our town and a massive congratulations to those children selected for the 118th Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival.

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2026 Annual General Meeting – AGM

29/10/2026/in Community Event/by admin
The Annual General Meeting of the Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival will be held on Thursday, 29th October at 7:30pm, in St Mary’s RC Church, Bo’ness.
Members of the public are invited to attend. This meeting provides an important opportunity for the community to engage with the ongoing stewardship and future planning of one of Bo’ness’s most valued traditions.
The Committee welcomes all attendees and encourages active participation in the discussions. Your insights and support are vital to ensuring the continued success and relevance of the Bo’ness Children’s Fair in our community.
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