Welcome To Carnival In The Park
NEW! Job Vacancy:
Carnival Stalls Co-ordinator
Interested? Email us on carnivalinformation@googlemail.com
The Stalls Coordinator is required to find and book stalls for the Cowley Road Carnival, due to take place on the Cowley Road and in South Park on 3 and 4 July 2010, reflecting a diverse range of food, craft and other interests, contributing to the interest and activity of Carnival, and generating essential income for the Carnival.
The Stalls Coordinator is required to work in a freelance capacity, between February and July 2010. A fee of £800 is available, and a commission is negotiable on any income generated over an agreed minimum.
KEY TASKS
1. Take and make enquiries and manage bookings.
2. Research and invite stall holders to provide a mixture of high quality, international flavoured food, craft and community stalls representation, including local traders, farmers' markets and small food suppliers, not-for-profit organisations and stall holders who took part in Carnival In The Park 2009.
3. Maximise the potential income from stalls and achieve a minimum agreed income.
4. Liaise with other Carnival staff and designated trustee/s regarding the traders on the Cowley Road and St Clements who wish to attend and trade at the carnival.
5. Ensure all the traders have the correct paperwork and permits regarding food hygiene and public liability insurance, liaising with the Carnival production team.
6. Liaise with the production management team regarding the alcohol licensing arrangements for the local traders
7. Liaise with the trustees with financial responsibility to devise and operate an effective system for obtaining and monitoring payment for stalls and repayment of deposits.
8. Ensure the necessary paperwork for this is available as downloads on the carnival website or by email, post or other methods accessible by the stall holders.
9. Keep accurate records and contact lists and provide regularly updated information for the Carnival production team
10. Attend meetings and keep in regular communication with Carnival staff and trustees to ensure good communication and resolve any hitches
11. Carry out the work with a view to developing and strengthening relationships with local traders.
12. Work alongside volunteers to oversee the arrival and departure of the traders at the Carnival event and to communicate any difficulties to the event management team.
13. Prepare and present an evaluation report after the event to the Board of Trustees.
14. To prepare and deliver to the Board of Trustees lists of stallholders who participated in Carnival, with contact and other relevant details.
If you're interested in working with us, please email us on carnivalinformation@googlemail.com
Cowley Road Carnival 2010
Get Inventing!
It's back! Cowley Road Carnival 2010 will take place over the weekend of 3rd & 4th July, with the theme of INVENTION. Get your thinking caps on, and keep checking this site for more details!
Or follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/cowleycarnival
Carnival in the Park a resounding success!
Images on the right courtesy of Kate Raworth; view more at www.kateraworth.com/carnivalpark09
The sun shone on the estimated 30,000 people of all ages who filled South Park on Sunday for Carnival in the Park, this year's alternative to the Cowley Road Carnival celebrating diversity in East Oxford. The event was truly representative of the many cultures represented in East Oxford and Oxfordshire, with locals and visitors enjoying the talent of local musicians, dance groups and other performers, food from around the world, and the pleasure of being together.
The procession, made up of 28 schools and community groups decked in fantastic costumes, wound its way down the hill in the park, smiling, dancing and drumming, to the U Dance Festival dance stage for their final bow.
The event was proclaimed a resounding success by many, and the organisers, East Oxford Action Charity, extend their thanks to Oxford City Council, Oxfordshire County Council, Arts Council England and MINI Plant Oxford, and to the many volunteers and people who helped out in so many ways, for making it possible.
Carnival attenders commented particularly on the 'great atmosphere and great entertainment for all ages', the opportunity to 'relax and chill out', and 'the Carnival friendship, and people coming together, with everyone happy to be here'
East Oxford Action Charity Trustee, Paul Wolf, said: 'One thing is certain - that the support from volunteers, traders, community members and local organisations is the secret to this success story. We thank you all for your invaluable contribution to this truly community led event.'
CARNIVAL IN THE PARK 5th July 2009
South Park, Oxford, 12 noon – 8pm, Free!
Carnival is back, with a slightly different look! Sunday 5 July will see South Park as the venue for Carnival in the Park, a celebration of the diverse communities of East Oxford, with colour and flair, through Home Grown music, dance, art, culture and food, with roots from around the world.
Many of the Cowley Road Carnival's familiar and favourite fancies will be on offer: procession by schools and community groups, great music and dance line ups across two stages, DJ's, open mic areas, family activities and workshops as well as fabulous international flavoured food and a craft village.
Find us on Facebook here or indeed listen to us on twitter http://www.twitter.com/EOAC
See you there!
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A new charity is planning the Carnival event for 5 July 2009. The charity needs Trustees and Advisors to help shape, plan and put on this year's event, and to plan for the future of Carnival. Please click on 'get involved' above to find out more.
More information will be available here soon about the Carnival event on 5 July 2009 - please keep in touch.
If you are interested to take part or support the Carnival in any way, please email carnival@eastoxford.com
Sunday 6 July 2008 was:
View some pictures on http://www.kateraworth.com/cowleycarnival2008/
"30.000 people join the Fun in the Cowley Road. Wet weather could not dampen the spirits of the 30.000 people who travelled to East Oxford to take in the sights on Sunday.(Oxford Mail)
" I just love the massive silliness of the day. The weather was a bit of a shame, but nobody seemed to care that much"
"It was really good watching the procession. It was a great celebration of the diversity of the Cowley Road"East Oxford Residents interviewed by the Oxford Mail.
"Fabulous show yesterday!" Marie Jones, university lecturer and local resident
"Cheers for a wicked carnival!" Hannah Maguire, student, Oxford University
"... it seemed very professionally organised and obviously lots of thought had gone in to the road closure aspect." Georgina, resident of Union Street
"Excellent work on Sunday - really enjoyed it!" Charlotte Harrison, student, Oxford University
" 'twas indeed a fantastic show you put on... We had a good old boogie... Roll on next year. The countdown begins!"
Helle Abelvik-Lawson, local resident and carnival volunteer
"Hi, had a great time on Sunday, thanks for the Sombrero!" Sam Tierney, Jericho resident, musician and producer
"Carnival was wicked. The band Dubheart were brilliant." Gary Constance, sound system operator, Hi-Lo
"The sun has come out and you lot are sounding heavy!" James Allsworth, local resident
"Hola! Si senór, a good time was most definitely had. Was good that there were a couple of windows of opportunity to go outside for some of it - the weather during DJ Derek was top notch. I am already looking forward to next year!" Norman Macsween, Cheltenham resident, on his second Cowley Road Carnival
"DJ Derek's set was very well received and the old blighter was on good form. It was touch and go between him and Count Voodoo for most lived in face on the day. I think Derek may have edged it. So how are you going to top that next year?" Norm's brother, Del!
Watch a video here!
Map of the Cowley Road Carnival 2008 here!
Check out what's been going on in the build up to carnival! Click here!
Welcome to our colourful carnival celebrating cultural diversity!
The Cowley Road Carnival is Oxford's most exciting, flamboyant and fun event!Come and help us celebrate the diversity of the East Oxford community, and enjoy a host of entertainment for all the family.
Check out our wide range of stages and sound systems, where you’ll find music for all tastes.From urban, dance & rap, to folk, acoustic & up-and-coming bands – we’ve got it covered!Prepare to laugh with – and be amazed by - some fantastic performers & street theatre; take part in a mask-making workshop; sample tasty food from around the world and do a spot of shopping from an array of stalls, selling a whole load of goodies!
In addition to all that, make sure you’re there for the focal point of the day – the procession!This year, we’re expecting 20,000 people, and – with the 2008 theme of ‘Masquerade’- there’ll definitely be some colourful surprises in store!
The Cowley Road Carnival would like to thank its Major Supporters: The Art Council England and the Oxford City Council as well as its lead sponsor BMW Group Plant Oxford.
We would like to thank Aziz for his continuing support as well as the Brickworks, Clinton Leisure, Eau de Vie, the Excelsior, G&D, the Hobgoblin, the Mid-counties Co-operative, Nandos, OXFAM, SS20, Tesco and Uhuru.
