Mayors picnic and duck race at Romsey Memorial Park

The free event, organised by the Rotary Club of Romsey Test, will take place with an array of attractions and entertainment for the community on Sunday, July 5.

The festivities will commence at 11.45am.

The event includes a parade led by the Romsey Old Cadets, with the official opening of the celebration at 12noon by the Mayor of Romsey and the Rotary Club president.

Mayor’s picnic and duck race is returning on Sunday, July 5. (Image: Supplied)

The mayor and club president will preside over the judging of the children’s fancy dress parade at 12.45pm, which promises some fun and wholesome competition.

Visitors will have the opportunity to see performances by three local music groups – the Romsey School Band, Achoiring Voices and the Mountbatten School Band.

Throughout the day, there will also be an assault course organised by the local Scouts, a bouncy castle, a dinosaur race and steam train rides, among other activities.

Punch and Judy shows will enthral attendees at three intervals throughout the afternoon, starting at 1.10pm.

Tickets for the ever popular Duck Race will be on sale all afternoon until the race at 4pm.

People are invited to pack their own picnic baskets to savour in the park, a variety of culinary delights will also be available for purchase from different stalls.