Notting Hill Carnival Guide

In London the August Bank Holiday means one thing…Notting Hill Carnival. Yes millions of people will take to the streets of W10 and W11 across 25th & 26th August to celebrate Caribbean culture. Expect amazing costumes, loud music, lots of food and even more dancing. From Notting Hill Carnival history to the best warm-up parties to the sound systems you need to see along the Notting Hill Carnival route, here’s everything you need to know about Notting Hill Carnival 2024 with our Notting Hill Carnival guide.

THESE ARE THE CARNIVAL EVENTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Riaz Phillips’ Warm Up Dinner
Riaz and Spoons supper club chef Rahel Stephanie are hosting a Carnival warm up dinner at Jumbi in Peckham, raising money for the Grenfell Foundation.
Thurs 22nd August 2024
More info here

Charlotte Mensah’s Braid Bar
Across Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday, Charlotte Mensah will be running a braid bar in her Portobello Road salon, so you can stop by to get your hair on point for Carnival.
Sun 25th & Sun 26th August 2024
More info here