FordFiesta 24 was a great day despite the rubbish weather.
Thank you to everyone who helped or came.
The next FORDFIESTA will be summer 2026
FordFiesta 24 was a great day despite the rubbish weather.
Thank you to everyone who helped or came.
Welcome to FordFiesta
Harbertonford has long been a hub of creative talent, being one of the first villages to have a mini-festival back in the 1990's.
We have had two great festivals in 23 and 24 and we have decided to have a year off in 2025, mainly as there is a lot of work getting it together which falls to a small number of people.
What happened at FordFiesta 24
Music
Music
There was a jam-packed day of music with bands and musicians from 2 till 10. This year we were very excited to have an eclectic mix of styles including folk, reggae, jazz, dance, and rock. All the acts are local and have a direct link to the village.
Food
Music
Great food from the grill with veg and vegan options as well as meat - including a Hot Dog option for kids big and small.
We also had Bazzer's famous Paella.
Kids Activities
Loads of fun for all the family with organised silly games including the famous wheelbarrow race - this year in fancy dress.
There were three sections of the day when the silly games become the focus of the entertainment with races and games for everyone to watch - commentary with over the PA.
Storytellers and Authors
We had storytellers and authors in the Football Clubhouse talking to children about their work. A huge success at FordFiesta 23, we were very lucky to have published authors coming to talk to children of all ages (and some adults too).
There was also Kit - dressed as a Tudor woman with stories of life in the 1580's - popping up around the field.
Bars
BEER AND WINE
There was a fab bar in the field selling beer, cider, wine and G&T.
COCKTAIL BAR
After 6pm we opened our new cocktail bar selling exotic drinks getting everyone in the mood for dancing.
Teas and Cake
Tea tent with hot drinks, soft drinks and plenty of cake - all lovingly made by villagers.
Stalls and Artists
Stalls and Artists
Stalls and Artists
There were a few stalls and artists at the event, braving the inclement conditions, to further contribute to the enjoyment.
Raffle
Stalls and Artists
Stalls and Artists
We had a raffle with some great prizes. There were some truly great prizes and not that many tickets (compared to the lottery for example) so your chances of winning something were good. Plus you were supporting good causes so you will have a nice warm feeling inside.