Central App readers submitted some cracking photos of their top moments of the weekend. Thanks to those who sent these images in.

With approximately 6,000 presale tickets sold to the concert in the park and a huge turnout of around 15,000 for the grand parade the event was well supported by locals and visitors to Central.

The shiny chrome and beautiful vehicles were a highlight. PHOTO: Bill Siddells

65 years displayed in paper flowers. PHOTO: Bill Siddells

The clowns have been a fun feature for young festival attendees for as long as we can remember. PHOTO: Bill Siddells

 Aliens escorting a youngster around the park's activities. PHOTO: Bill Siddells

Davey’s Backyard Skiffle Band takes to the stage at Mardi Gras. PHOTO: Anna Robb

Princess time: from left second runner up Julia Anderson (Grans who can), festival queen Claudia Hammond (Alexandra Primary School) and first runner up Hannah Tait (Central Otago Youth Council). PHOTO: Image Central