Town Show

The Harlow Town Show, one of the town’s most iconic and best‑loved events, is set to return this August Bank Holiday weekend in the Showground. 

From Friday 28 August to Sunday 30 August, the show will offer a supersized programme, with family entertainment, showground spectacles, live music and community celebration.

The show will be free to attend and a full list of attractions and details on the event will be released on this page in the coming weeks and months.

If you are interested in getting involved in the show or would like more information email townshow@harlow.gov.uk

Town Show 2026

Apply to be part of the Town Show

We are looking for both market traders and food traders to be part of the Town Show. This is an opportunity to showcase your products or dishes to thousands of visitors and be part of this community event. 

Market traders

We’re looking for a diverse range of traders, with a special focus on:

  • handmade and artisan goods
  • locally crafted products
  • unique gifts and creative items
  • independent retailers
  • food, treats and speciality produce
  • quality general market stalls

Applications close on Friday 1 May 2026.

Food traders

We’re excited to welcome a vibrant mix of food vendors to this year’s Town Show. We are looking for:

  • hot and cold food vendors
  • sweet treats and dessert stalls
  • pick n mix
  • coffee and drinks traders
  • bars
  • vegan, vegetarian and world‑cuisine options
  • local producers and artisan food creators

Applications close on Friday 1 May 2026.

Spaces are limited, so early applications are encouraged.