THE Sandown parade will go ahead this evening (Saturday) despite grim weather conditions.
In a statement on the Sandown Carnival Facebook page, event organisers said: "Due to the current forecast we are asking groups to turn up at 6.30pm ready for a 7pm parade to minimise the chances of getting wet.
"Therefore we will not be judging tonight, however the 'Spirit of Carnival' cash prizes will be awarded just before the parade starts.
"In all other respects the parade will go ahead as usual, so please come on down and support everyone involved!"
Organisers were uncertain if the parade would go ahead today after they were forced to cancel the daytime entertainment due to forecasted rain.