Bracknell

With only a few shopping weeks left until Christmas, Bracknell Town Centre is helping shoppers get into the festive mood with a Mardi Gras-style carnival evening this Thursday 13th December.

The Bracknell party starts at 4.30pm - and runs through until 8pm when the shops close - with a lively and unusual line-up of entertainment for people to enjoy whilst they do any last minute gift buying.

There will be a host of breathtaking acts; from acrobats cascading down on ribbons from the ceiling in Princess Square to skilful street-jugglers. There will be music and dancing throughout the evening, and a lithelimbo dance troupe will not only put on an exciting display but will also be encouraging shoppers to see how low they can go.

Louisa Wright-Wastell from Bracknell Regeneration Partnership, said "Christmas is a magical time of year and we want to make sure that any shopping trips are fun for all the family.We celebrated the traditional with our Victorian evening, so the carnival evening is all about excitement, energy and fun. The shops are open late and there's free parking from 5pm, so there's really no excuse not to join in the party!"

Graham Mountford, Bracknell Town Centre Manager, said: “This Christmas in Bracknell promises to be fun, entertaining and thrilling, so shoppers really can have an enjoyable time in the town when they are choosing Christmas presents.”

Bracknell Forest Borough Council