Notting Hill Carnival
August 24 - August 25
Every year during the August Bank Holiday, West London comes alive with one of the globe’s most dynamic street celebrations — the Notting Hill Carnival. Rooted in Caribbean traditions, it features dazzling costumes, energetic parades, steelpan rhythms, and the irresistible aroma of island cuisine. Originating in the 1960s as a grassroots initiative to bring communities together amid social unrest, it has since evolved into a vibrant celebration of London’s cultural diversity, drawing crowds in the millions. Today, it remains a powerful tribute to unity, creativity, and cultural strength.
