The event was organised by Boston Lions and featured more than 40 floats and five bands. It had been revived the previous year to mark The Queen’s Silver Jubilee.
21. Boston
The 3rd Boston (Fishtoft) Scouts, who won the individual section trophy at Boston's Carnival, receive their prize from the Mayor, Coun Margaret Haworth. The boys' float, all in silver and white, depicted the first moon landing. Photo: Boston Standard
22. Boston Carnival, 1978
Employees of J. Van Smirren took second in the commercial section. Photo: Boston Standard
23. Boston Carnival, 1978
The Mayor of Boston Coun Margaret Haworth with two members of the North Holland Guides and Brownies. Photo: Boston Standard
24. Boston Carnival, 1978
The Boston Baracudas float. Photo: Boston Standard
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