First Ever Charities Seafront Sunday Set to Bring Community Together this weekend

First Ever Charities Seafront Sunday Set to Bring Community Together this weekend

The Association of Guernsey Charities (AGC) are excited to announce the first ever Charities Seafront Sunday, taking place this weekend on Sunday 17th May 2026 along Guernsey’s picturesque seafront.

This brand-new community event will run from 10:00am to 4:00pm, with a full road closure in place from 7:00am to 6:00pm, transforming the seafront into a vibrant hub of activity, entertainment, and charitable support.

A Celebration of the Community

Visitors can look forward to a fantastic day out with a wide range of charity stalls stretching along both sides of the seafront road. The event is designed to bring together local organisations, supporters, and families in a fun and welcoming environment, while raising awareness and funds for a variety of good causes.

At the heart of the event, Crown Pier will host a packed programme of entertainment, including:

• Majorettes at 10:00am
• Boys Brigade performances at 12:30pm
• A much-loved Fun Dog Show at 1:00pm
• Live music from GU10 at 2:00pm

To download a dog show entry form please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Charities%20GSPCA%20Dog%20Show%20Entry%20form%202026.pdf 

To download a stall holders information pack please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Charities%20SFS%20Stall%20Holders%20Information.pdf 

With something for all ages, the event promises to be a highlight of the island’s calendar and a great opportunity to support the charitable sector.

Supporting Local Charities

Stallholders from across the island will be showcasing their work, offering activities, goods, and information about the vital services they provide. From fundraising initiatives to engagement activities, visitors are encouraged to explore, learn, and support.

To help create a fun and lively atmosphere, a number of giant animal suits will also be available for stallholders to borrow in exchange for a donation—perfect for attracting visitors and adding to the day’s excitement.

Event Organisation and Safety

Due to road closures and safety requirements, stallholders will have set access times with all vehicles required to be removed by 9:15am to ensure public safety, as early visitors are expected.

Attendees are reminded that:

• There is no power or water supplied on site unless already agreed for selected charities only due to location
• Some areas will remain clear for access and local businesses
• All stallholders are responsible for keeping their area clean and removing their rubbish

Quote from Steve Byrne

Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager and Director of the Association of Guernsey Charities, said:

“We are incredibly excited to be bringing the very first Charities Seafront Sunday to Guernsey. This event is all about showcasing the amazing work of our local charities and providing a platform for them to connect with the community in a fun, accessible way.

The response from organisations has been fantastic, and with so many charities coming together along the seafront, it really highlights the strength and spirit of our island community.

We hope families, supporters, and visitors will come down, enjoy the entertainment, meet the charities, and show their support. Events like this are so important in helping charities continue their vital work, and we’re thrilled to create what we hope will become a much-loved annual occasion.”

Volunteer

If you would like to help on the day please email [email protected] 

Join Us This Sunday

Everyone is invited to come along, enjoy the atmosphere, and support Guernsey’s charitable sector.

 Seafront, St Peter Port
 Sunday 17th May 2026
 10:00am – 4:00pm

Come and be part of the first Charities Seafront Sunday – a new event celebrating community, compassion, and connection.

Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal

To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)

To see animals looking for new homes

https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals

To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA

To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog

Upcoming events

• Charities Seafront Sunday 17^th May 2026
• GSPCA Cupcake Week 15^th to 22^nd May 2026
• Half Term Tours May 2026 May 2026 To be confirmed
• Microchip Month June 2026
• Volunteers Week 1^st – 7^th June 2026
• Guernsey Together Saturday 13^th June 2026
• Classic Vehicle Show Sunday 21^st June 2026
• Take Your Dog to Work Day Friday 26^th June 2026
• Viaer Marchi Monday 6^th July 2026
• Kitten Day 10^th July 2026
• World Snake Day 16^th July 2026
• Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 16th July 2026
• Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23^rd – 27^th July 2026
• Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
• South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8^th August 2026
• West Show 12^th-13^th August 2026
• World Lizard Day 14^th August 2026
• North Show 19^th-20^th August 2026
• International Dog Day 26^th August 2026
• World Animal Month October 2026
• World Animal Day 4^th October 2026
• Feral Cat Day 16^th October 2026
• National cat Day 29^th October 2026
• Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
• Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
• Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
• Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
• World Wildlife Conservation Day 4^th December 2026
• Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed

Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”

“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”

“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”

“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”

“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”

“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “

“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “

“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”

"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."

"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."

“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”

“To visit our x page please click here .”

“Thank you for your support.”