THE summer holidays have always been a time for people to gather together outdoors to enjoy the sunny weather and make memories with family and friends.

Over the years, Newport locals have done just that as they gathered to watch spectacular carnivals in the heart of the city.

One Argus reporter in 1983 was feeling witty as they write that Frances Mallett “takes the Mickey” in costume as the famous character. (Image: NQ Archive)

The processions, which would see locals put together their own floats, started at Newport Dock before continuing through the city past pavements lined with people who had gathered to enjoy the parade.

ss Whilst most people enjoyed the carnival, this young attendee in 1978 clearly wasn’t sharing the joy. (Image: NQ Archive)

Whilst Newport no longer plays host to a carnival, after Pill Festival came to an end this year after decades of being run, we have delved into our archives to find photos of the wondrous displays over the years, including one photo dating back to 1937.

ss This float from the Kensington workout keep fit club brought a feeling of France to the 1984 Newport Carnival (Image: NQ Archive)

ssCrowds gather to watch the procession led by marching bands on Commercial Street in 1982 (Image: NQ Archive)

ssNot everyone was welcome at the carnival – supporters of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) were banned for the second year running in 1984 (Image: NQ Archive)

Did you ever attend a Newport carnival? What are your memories of the events? Let us know in the comments or email letters@southwalesargus.co.uk.

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