Submitted by Steve on 14:27, 30th Jan, 2026 | 0

Pitch Applications open for the GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 3rd May 2026 and Association of Guernsey Charities Charities Seafront Sunday 17th May 2026

On the 3rd May 2026 10am to 4pm the GSPCA will once again be organising a day to celebrate the animals in Guernsey and all the wonderful work that is done to care for them.

We are extremely grateful to all those that made last 14 years such great days and we are hoping this years will be bigger and better.

There will be stalls and fun for all the family; humans and canines. 

We'll have a fancy dress competition, children's games area, lots of food and refreshments, a fun dog show, arts and crafts stalls, local charities, entertainment and so much more........

The day starts from 10am and will take place along the Sea Front in St Peter Port.

To go to the events facebook page or twitter link please click on the logo below

To see our facebook page go to https://www.facebook.com/GuernseySPCA and the event page https://www.facebook.com/events/1739055207007526

Our x pages -

https://x.com/GSPCA

https://x.com/Seafront_Sunday

Programme of events 

  • 7am Stalls can set up
  • 930am All vehicles to be removed from the Seafront
  • 10.00am Open and The Guernsey Majorettes on the Crown Pier   
  • 11.00am Registration for Dog Show – Crown Pier Arena
  • 12pm Island Dog Training Club Display – Crown Pier Arena
  • 12.30pm - 2pm Dog Show – Crown Pier Arena
  • 4.00pm Close and Pack Up

Would you like a pitch for our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on the 3rd May 2026 or the Charities Seafront Sunday 17th May 2026?

We welcome all traders and hobbiests to join us from a small pitch fee and Charities are free!

If you are keen to have a pitch please complete and return the form below. 

To download a pitch application for the GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on the 3rd May 2026 or the Association of Guernsey Charities Charities Seafront Sunday on the 17th May 2026 please follow this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeH97N8NZmVAgzGCeduftc2IWFolYMKflhvm9UgPUSDpLfsGQ/viewform 

Would you like to help sponsor the day?

We are looking for individuals or businesses that would like to help sponsor the day please contact Steve Byrne on [email protected] or call 01481 257261 for more details.

Fun Dog Show

There will be a fun dog show starting at 1230pm with registration from 11am. 

This is always a fabulous, fun, highlight and is open to any breed of dog.

  1. Best male puppy (under 2yrs) 
  2. Best female puppy (under 2yrs)
  3. Lovely Ladies 
  4. Fabulous Fellas 
  5. Best Rescue
  6. Waggiest Bum/Happiest Handler 
  7. Golden Oldies (7 yrs +) 
  8. Best trick
  9. Best Fancy Dress
  10. Dog Most Like Their Owner
  11. Best in Show (winners of the previous classes)

£5 minimum donation per dog to enter as many classes as you wish. Please enter your dog on the day.

To download an entry form please click here  https://shorturl.at/g2xse

Childrens Animal Fancy Dress 

For a bit of fun bring your children with an animal themed fancy dress for a free prize. Just pop along to our stall on the Crown Pier between 11am and 4pm on the day for a free gift.

Volunteer

If you, your group, business or school would like to volunteer and help on the day please email [email protected]

We are especially looking for anyone who would be happy to wear a sea/coastal themed costume.

It's lots of fun and even just half an hour of your time would be fabulous. 

We will provide the outfits, we have penguins, lobster, seals and sharks to name a few

You can let us know in advance or just pop along to our stall on the day.

Keep an eye on this page as we update it with more information.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager and Director for the Association of Guernsey Charities said “We are really excited to announce the dates of this years GSPCA and Association of Guernsey Charities Seafront Sundays.”

“The GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday will take place on Sunday 3rd May 2026 and the Association of Guernsey Charities have the Charities Seafront Sunday 17th May 2026.”

“Pitch applications are now open for both and we ask all stall holders to complete the document to register.”

“Charity stalls for both events are free of charge and both days will be packed with things to do and see.”

“This will be the first ever AGC Charities Seafront Sunday and is being held in place of the traditional Summer Charities Fete.”

“Any queries or to get involved please do not hesitate to get in touch [email protected] .”

2026 Seafront Sundays

EDABL - Eat Drink And Be Local! A celebration of local produce - 26th April, 21st June, 19th July and 30th August - https://www.edablgsy.org/edabl-street-parties

GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday - A fun day for all the family to celebrate the animals in Guernsey and all the wonderful work that is done to care for them - 3rd May 2026 Pitch application form  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeH97N8NZmVAgzGCeduftc2IWFolYMKflhvm9UgPUSDpLfsGQ/viewform 

ASSOCIATION OF GUERNSEY CHARITIES – Charities Seafront Sunday - 17th May 2026 - Pitch application form  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeH97N8NZmVAgzGCeduftc2IWFolYMKflhvm9UgPUSDpLfsGQ/viewform 

ARTS SUNDAY - A day to celebrate our local crafters, musicians, performers and artists talents - TBC

MOTORSPORT - A family-friendly event celebrating local motorsport, featuring a live action arena, static displays, and much more - TBC

 

To see our youtube channel 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

  • GSPCA Purple Week 13th February to Friday 20th February 2026
  • GSPCA Celebrates 143 years Saturday 14th February 2026
  • Love Your Pet Day Friday 20th February 2026
  • Half Term Tours February 2026 To be confirmed
  • World Wildlife Day 3rd March 2026
  • International Day of the Seal 22nd March 2026
  • National Puppy Day 23rd March 2026
  • Easter Tours March/April 2026 To be confirmed
  • National Ferret Day 2nd April 2026
  • Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 15th April 2026 Ref – Dog15/04
  • EDABL Seafront Sunday 26th April 2026
  • Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 29th April 2026  Ref – Cat29/04
  • Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 3rd May 2026
  • Charities Seafront Sunday 17th May 2026
  • GSPCA Cupcake Week 15th to 22nd May 2026
  • Half Term Tours May 2026 May 2026 To be confirmed
  • Microchip Month June 2026
  • Volunteers Week 1st – 7th June 2026
  • Guernsey Together Saturday 13th June 2026
  • EDABL Seafront Sunday 21st June 2026
  • Take Your Dog to Work Day Friday 26th June 2026
  • Kitten Day 10th July 2026
  • World Snake Day 16th July 2026
  • Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 16th July 2026
  • EDABL Seafront Sunday 19th July 2026
  • Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
  • Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
  • South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
  • West Show 12th-13th August 2026
  • World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
  • North Show 19th-20th August 2026
  • International Dog Day 26th August 2026
  • EDABL Seafront Sunday 30th August 2026
  • World Animal Month October 2026
  • World Animal Day 4th October 2026
  • Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
  • National cat Day 29th 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 4th 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.”

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