In Pictures / Carnival lights up Lerwick

22 June 2024 20:11

Group of people in ocean-themed costumes holding buckets stand on a decorated float.

Photo: Dave Donaldson

THERE was plenty to see in the streets of Lerwick this evening (Saturday) as the Midsummer Carnival caught the eye.

The event, which kicked off at around 6.30pm, saw a number of floats as part of a large procession which also included emergency service vehicles, jarl squads and a visiting monster truck.

Money raised from the event goes to the Callum Younger Reach Fund.

Group of women and children participate in a colorful, energetic street parade wearing matching outfits and accessories, with one woman dancing in the foreground.

Photo: Dave Donaldson

A group of people in various costumes, including a Juicy Fruit wrapper and animal suits, stand together on a street with a Viking ship in the background.

Photo: Dave Donaldson

A group of children and adults, some in costumes, are on a parade float decorated with various items. Some hold buckets and balloons. People in the background appear to be also enjoying the event.

Photo: Marvin Smith

People dressed in Viking costumes walk in a parade for the 2024 Scalloway Fire Festival. One holds a banner with festival details. In the background, a float themed on the character Olaf follows.

Photo: Marvin Smith

A group of people dressed in cowboy hats ride on a truck decorated with hay bales, holding buckets, in a parade.

Photo: Marvin Smith

A boy wearing a patterned sweater and a flat cap rides a red ATV carrying a white bucket during a parade. Other participants in reflective vests and costumes are visible in the background.

Photo: Marvin Smith

A group of people dressed as Norse warriors with helmets, shields, and axes participate in a historical reenactment outdoors.

Photo: Marvin Smith

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