Our 97th Carnival has finished as we remember the 19 days of family enjoyment at affordable prices for all age groups to enjoy.  The Carnival has always  had  the public support from the residents of Timaru, but also from the many visitors to the bay. The Carnival has gone from strength to strength thanks to the work of a dedicated team of volunteers.

Next summer the Carnival is expected to be as big as other years with the variety of activities and entertainment including the amazing midnight New Years Eve fireworks display is a must to see and a excellent night of family entertainment. 

The holidaymakers are treated to fairground style rides, free daily concerts, along with a variety of activities such as Inflatables, Mini Golf, Truck & Trailer Rig, Amac Bungy Trampoline, Train Rides and events and competitions along with entertainment by popular New Zealand artists.

Auditions for the ever-popular talent quest will be held at 9.30am on:

•  January 8th 2009 (juniors),
•  January 9th 2009 (Intermediates),
•  January 10th 2009 (seniors).

All finalists will be judged on Sunday 11th January 2009, at the Bay Sound Shell.

For holiday entertainment that the entire family can enjoy without breaking the bank, Caroline Bay Carnival is the place to be this summer.

We hope you will visit Caroline Bay soon and visit us during our Carnival. More information.

Anyone having been a past Volunteer interested in the 100 year Centennial Celebrations to contact the Secretary.