Inverclyde’s beloved Galoshans Mini Parade and Street Party is back for its 11th year!
This year’s event promises to enchant and entertain with a captivating mix of art, music, street theatre, live performances, and Halloween fun, all inspired by Inverclyde’s Galoshans traditions. Join us for the Mini Parade starting at Custom House Way, between West College Scotland and the Waterfront Leisure Centre in Greenock.
Walk (or dance) alongside the YMI Street Band and RIG Arts’ Galoshans Giants as we kick off the festivities and head toward Custom House Quay for the Street Party. The Street Party will feature live music, arts & crafts workshops, interactive street theatre, storytelling, projections, and will be a Halloween Spectacle for the whole family. Keep an eye out for CLOTA, the Goddess of the Sea and be sure to catch a glimpse of the giant fallen angel installation!
For those looking for a quieter moment, the Art Bus will be on-site offering a sensory-friendly space to unwind. Come and celebrate creativity, community, and Inverclyde’s unique Galoshans heritage
RIG Arts is a socially engaged, multi-award-winning arts charity based in Inverclyde that leads the renowned Galoshans Festival each year. RIG Arts harnesses the power of creativity to improve local people’s lives and environments by connecting communities with professional artists to inspire positive change.
RIG Arts work in the following key areas:
Driven by a passion for creativity and innovation, RIG Arts co-create and deliver a vibrant programme of visual arts, film, and music initiatives.
From hands on workshops and exhibitions to public artworks, community spaces, festivals and events – we celebrate culture at all levels. RIG Arts works with the wider community, community groups, third sector organisations, local authorities, and private businesses to make a meaningful, lasting impact.
Website: https://www.rigarts.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rigartsgreenock/
A RIG Arts Event Funded by Creative Scotland’s Multi Year Funding
V: Highly Visual / No or Little Text
R: Relaxed Performance
Mini Parade 5.45 pm – 6pm
Parade starts at Custom House Way moving on to Custom House Quay, Greenock.
Gathering point between West College Scotland &
Waterfront Leisure Centre, Greenock.
Street Party 6pm – 8pm
Custom House Quay
Greenock
Accessible by public transport, private transport, by foot and cycling.
Glasgow Central – Gourock Line
Bus Stops across from Ginger the Horse
and at Morrisons, Dalrymple St
Buses: 901, 906, X7, X22
● On the National Cycle Route NCN 75
Limited Free Parking
Behind the Beacon Arts Centre
Disabled Parking at Beacon Arts Centre Entrance
East India Harbour
Accessible. The Mini Parade is on the flat monoblock paving. The Street Party is an external event on a flat but slightly uneven surface with cobblestones and pavement slabbing.
Access to the Beacon Arts Centre Toilets
DDA Compliant Toilets available
Yes, there is a quiet sensory area within the RIG Art Bus
Yes
Parade Members
Interactive Street Performances
Arts & Crafts Workshops
Audience Members
Rig Arts: Charity No: SC042242
Supported by The National Lottery through Creative Scotland.
Creative Scotland is the public body that supports the arts, screen and creative industries across all parts of Scotland distributing funding provided by the
Scottish Government and The National Lottery. Further information at creativescotland.com. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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