Procession Day
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2025 PROCESSION DAY TIMETABLE
8:00 Judging of decorated houses
Both houses and frontages will be judged. More details on the competitions page
10:00 Judging of decorated floats
One entrant from each vehicle must report to the table with trophies on Marjoribanks Street, near the corner of Academy Place. More details on the competitions page
10:30 Judging of decorated bicycles & fancy dress
Entrants must report to the table with trophies on Marjoribanks Street, near the corner of Academy Place. More details on the competitions page
11:00 Principle characters parade
Parade starts from the EU Church and Scout Hall to the Old Academy
11:15 Historical pageant
Join us at the front of the Old Academy to watch our children do us proud
Leaves the Old Academy & parades the town by way of Marjoribanks Street, Drumcross Road, Torphichen Street, Waverley Street, Livery Street, George Street, South Bridge Street and Glasgow Road
13:15 Procession arrives at Meadow Park
13:30 The Procession Park Festival
Come to Meadow park for an afternoon you won’t forget.
SIBCAS PARK FESTIVAL
FAMILY ZONE & THE CHILDREN’S MARQUEE
FAMILY ZONE
Circus Avago
Various activities between 1:30pm and 5pm
Ever wanted to run off to the circus?
Walk the tightrope, ride unicycles, juggle, diabolo, plate spinning, stilts, Chinese ribbons
and much more in this non-stop session for all ages.
Wonder Wheelers
Various activities between 1:30pm and 5pm
Weird and wacky bicycles!
Unicycles, Penny Farthings, bendy bikes, tall bikes, mini-bikes and mini-tandems, eccentric wheelers, circus bikes and more!
Van Buren Magic
2pm and 3:30pm (30 mins)
plus Circus Workshop at 4:15pm
After five years performing around the world, Andrew Van Buren returns to the UK with a brand new magical variety illusion show. Prepare to be magically baffled.
THE CHILDREN’S MARQUEE
Alexander The Great
1:30pm & 3:30pm (60 min)
Join Alexander The Great!
You will in for a fun-filled magic show that involves all the children and encourages full audience participation!
Each session will be finished off with balloon modelling.
Poppy Bubbles
3:45pm (60 mins)
Welcome to Poppy Bubbles
We specialise in bringing joy, laughter and wonder to audiences of all ages with our mesmerizing bubble shows. Let us create unforgettable memories with our sparking performances and bubble filled adventures that captivate and inspire.
Lady Gaga
2pm (30 mins)
Join Lady J Gaga
Lady J Gaga, Scotland’s proudest sensational tribute to Lady Gaga. 100% live vocals and tour like show with her infamous nitros dancers. Noticed and recognised by Mother Herself. “10/10” says LADY GAGA.
Drop in activities
There will be various additional drop in activities during the day, such as face painting and hair braiding. Come along to the Family Zone to find out
THE RAILWAY TAVERN MUSIC TENT
Yes sir, I can boogie but I need a certain song!
Slick Hips
1:30pm
Slick Hips are a collective of Scottish sessions musicians who bring big gig energy of all sizes.
A revolving line up of touring professionals, Slick Hips members play with and have toured with some very recognisable names, from pubs and clubs to arena and even football stadium shows, the guys have the experience to make nights to remember
SPONSORED BY
The Conveyance Practice
Fraser McLean
2:45pm
Stepping in at short notice, Bathgate’s Fraser McLean will you you a crowd-pleasing set packed with all your favourite sing-a-long covers.
Big thanks to Fraser for saving the day!
SPONSORED BY
The Conveyance Practice
The Gimme Gimme Gimmes
3:30pm
The Gimme Gimme Gimme’s play songs you forgot you knew that were made famous by Scottish artist in classing punk style. They have played mainland Europe, the east coast of the USA and what they do also has international appeal. Next overseas test will be in Brazil and Canada in May 2025. They are no stranger to opening for some well known artist like Bad Manners, Cockney Rejects, Ferocious Dog, Macc Lads, etc. This will be the 1st time they have played the Music Tent which I’m sure will be memorable.
SPONSORED BY
The Balbairdie Hotel
The Reconnect Regal Arena
Pedal Power vs Parkour
1:30pm, 3pm & 4:30pm (30 mins)
Pedal Power vs Parkour is the only show if its kind in the UK. The display combines the incredible skill, balance and power of trails rider and the finesse of a gymnast / parkour athlete. Both athletes will be putting it all on the line in an attempt to become the crowds favourite!
The Bespoke rig has been specially made so that both styles of extreme sport can be showcased in an exciting, heart stopping performance. You can expect both athletes to perform all of the latest tricks you have only ever seen on the internet and TV, pushing the limits of what’s physically possible in their attempt to win over the crowd.
Climbing wall Scotland
All day
At Climbing Wall Scotland, we pride ourselves on being the premier choice for climbing walls in Scotland. Our state-of-the-art mobile climbing walls are suitable for both adults and children, making them a fantastic entertainment option for guests of all ages..
The Bands
2:30pm & 4pm (15 mins)
To get us warmed up and ready for the mass bands parade the World Champion Pipe Band and one of Scotland’s leading Brass Bands will delight us with their outstanding musical skills!
17:00 Massed bands parade
Parade commences from Meadow Park to George Street
We need help from the community to put on the best day we can for our town. If you can volunteer your time or help with fundraising then go to the Help Us menu for ideas & how best to contact the committee.