Notting Hill Carnival 2024 : Everything you need to know

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Notting Hill Carnival 2024 : Everything you need to know

The Notting Hill Carnival, Europe’s largest street party, returns this weekend with a burst of color, dance, and music. Here’s a preview of what to expect for this 57th edition.

An unforgettable spectacle

Since 1966, the Notting Hill Carnival has celebrated British Caribbean culture and diversity. Expect dazzling parades, colorful floats, glittering performers, and booming sound systems throughout the streets of West London. Over two million people, including many tourists, gather each year to enjoy this unique event.

Unity and solidarity

The carnival has always been a force for unity, especially during times of racial tension. In 2024, this solidarity is as relevant as ever. The Trinidadian-style festival continues to promote unity and pride, attracting participants from all walks of life.

Weekend Highlights

Saturday : The UK National Panorama Steel Band Competition takes place at 4 PM in Emslie Horniman’s Pleasance Park. Enjoy the music of steel bands while savoring Caribbean street food.
Sunday : Expect an explosion of colors with paint, powder, and even melted chocolate. Sound systems and live stages, like Red Bull Selector at Pleasance Park, will play music until 7 PM.
Monday : The main event starts at 10:30 AM with a spectacular procession. Participants, adorned in glittering costumes, will dance until 7 PM. Don’t miss stages like King Tubby’s and Abi Shanti I.

Photos : London/Notting Hill Carnival/DR

After the Carnival

After the festivities, various unofficial after-parties take place around the city. Carnival days start around 10 AM and end at 7 PM, with all parades and sound systems wrapping up by 8 PM. Entry is free and does not require a ticket.

Transport for Notting Hill Carnival

During the carnival weekend, much of the W10 area will be closed, and traffic will be heavier than usual. Here are some tips for getting around:

Cycle Stations : All Santander cycle stations will be closed from Saturday to Tuesday.
Buses : Many buses will be rerouted or will stop short of their usual destinations. Check tfl.gov.uk for the full list of disruptions.
Tube : The best option is to use the Tube. Paddington (20 minutes’ walk from the carnival) and Shepherd’s Bush (40 minutes’ walk) stations will be open all day.
Station Closures :
Ladbroke Grove: Closed all day Sunday and Monday.
Holland Park: Closed from 3 PM (entry only from 11 AM).
Royal Oak: Closed from 6 PM (entry only from 11 AM).
Notting Hill: Exit only from 11 AM to 6 PM (only Central line trains will stop).

Getting home

Latimer Road :Closes at 11:30 PM.
Night Tube and Night Overground : Will not operate on Sunday or Monday nights.
Tip : To avoid long queues, walk a bit further to find a less crowded station.


Photos : London/Notting Hill Carnival/DR

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