Notting Hill Carnival

What is Notting Hill Carnival?

Notting Hill Carnival was first held in 1966. It celebrates the rich history of Caribbean culture in London.

The first Notting Hill Carnival attracted around 500 people. The carnival has since grown to become the largest street festival in Europe, attracting hundreds of thousands to London. You can usually expect to see some 50,000 performers in the parade and more than 30 sound systems, with more than one million people attending over the weekend.

If you're planning to go to the carnival, find where to stay near the celebrations, check out Caribbean restaurants to refuel at afterwards and download the Visit London app for more information.

Celebrate the capital's Black history year-round at the Black Cultural Archives in Brixton and during Black History Month in London.

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