PramFest 2026: Annual charity pram race and festival to return to Ackworth later this month

The annual community event combines a colourful charity pram race with a community festival, bringing together participants, visitors and supporters from across the region – raising vital funds for The Prince of Wales Hospice in the process.

Guests can expect a full day of entertainment at the Event Village at Ackworth Cricket Club, on August 30.

There will be live music, fairground rides, local traders, food and drink, a raffle, auction and the famous welly wanging competition.

Alongside the festival, teams of friends, families and colleagues will take on a two-mile route through the village, transforming prams into imaginative themed creations and dressing up to raise money for local hospice care.

Supporters are encouraged to line the route and cheer on participants before joining the celebrations at the Event Village.

Katie Storey, community and partnerships fundraiser at The Prince of Wales Hospice, said: “Since the event began, PramFest has raised more than £108,000 to help fund hospice care and support for local families.

"That support has a real impact on the people who rely on our services, and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has helped make the event such a success over the years. W

"We’re looking forward to welcoming people back for another fantastic day.”

The Prince of Wales Hospice is encouraging local people, businesses and community groups to register a team for the walk or visit the Event Village on the day.

To register or find out more, visit: www.pwh.org.uk/pramfest.