14 pictures from Blackpool Carnival as the event returns to sunny seafront

Blackpool Carnival returned to the resort’s seafront in an explosion of colour.

By Wes Holmes

Published 5th Jul 2022, 15:32 GMT

Here are some of the top shots of the event, which included a grand parade with classic cars, marching bands and costumes and dancing.

1. Blackpool Carnival

Blackpool Carnival Photo: JC Photography

Percussionists on the Prom Photo: JC Photography

The Turkish Kitchen, serving up authentic Turkish street food Photo: JC Photography

Live music at the carnival stage in South Shore, between the Waterloo and St Chads headlands Photo: JC Photography

A saxophonist gets into the swing of things in the carnival procession Photo: JC Photography

Blackpool singer Kyle Passmore, who appeared on the BBC's Let It Shine reality show with Gary Barlow Photo: JC Photography