Llanidloes Fancy Dress or Llani Fancy Dress is an annual street party in the town of Llanidloes and is one of the largest street parties in Wales. The event started in 1969 and takes place on the first Friday of July. "Revellers" dress up in costumes, including famous characters, the pubs stay open late and "virtually the whole town gets kitted out". In 2004, up to 5,000 participants were anticipated.
The 2005 event was temporarily cancelled due to the costs of safety provisions, but a local councillor provided funding for training for stewards and public toilets.
Local police stated that the 2010 event would be the "safest yet" with the addition of security cameras, a School Liaison Offer patrol identifying young children who may be in danger, and an ambulance from St. John's located at the community centre.
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