The best time to attend Notting Hill Carnival in 2026 is August 30 to 31, 2026.
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Last verified: 2026-08-08.
Caribbean carnival · August 30 to 31, 2026
Europe biggest street party takes over west London with soca and steel bands, feathered costumes and Caribbean food over the August bank holiday.
Parade: Aug 31
Where it is visible: London, UK
It is enormous and shoulder to shoulder; go early, travel light, and know the tube station closures. Sunday is family day, Monday the big parade.
Notting Hill Carnival 2026: August 30 to 31, 2026.
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