Thousands of people came to Macclesfield to enjoy the Barnaby Big Weekend, which took place at the halfway point of the two-week festival.
On Saturday, the fabulous Carnival Parade saw crowds line the streets to see the colourful puppets and floats inspired by the metamorphosis theme, with giant moths, butterflies and skeletons winding their way around the town to the tune of the samba band.
On Sunday, the revellers returned to enjoy the climbing wall, streetfest performers, dance and free-running demonstrations.
Mark Steel and Peter Hook both sold out at their gigs at Christ Church, with the Northern Chamber Orchestra performance also a huge success.
The Barnaby Festival has been organised by a team of volunteers in the town to celebrate art, culture and fun.
Lynne Jones, Barnaby chairwoman, said: “Christ Church once again took its place as a centrepiece of Macclesfield life.
“Over three nights it was transformed into an extraordinarily atmospheric and hospitable performance space, and now returns to being an art venue until the end of the festival on Sunday, June 30.
“There have been wonderful moments of metamorphosis this weekend – memories to treasure and a glimpse of possibilities for the town’s future.”
Jane Munro, Barnaby trustee and organiser of Treacle Market, added: “I may have lost my voice from cheering, having aching bones from long days of Barnabying but I’m feeling exhilarated by the buzz of the events.
“This has been an exceptional Barnaby for me.”
The winners of the Barnaby Shop Window competition were Roe 11 Hairdressers, thanks to their interpretation of Alice and Wonderland.
But it’s not over yet, with another week of performances, events and exhibitions for people to enjoy and the grand finale taking place at the Treacle Market on Sunday, June 30.
