The Notting Hill Carnival 2024

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A Resident’s Perspective.

The Notting Hill Carnival is set to return this coming Bank Holiday weekend, 24th – 26th August 2024.

The Notting Hill Carnival is a vibrant celebration that fills the streets of West London every August, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean. What started as a small gathering in 1966 to foster community cohesion has now grown into Europe’s largest street festival. For two days, the normally tranquil and upscale Notting Hill neighborhood transforms into a pulsating hub of music, dance, and color.

For residents, it is an event that requires both patience and adaptation, but it also offers a unique opportunity to experience a world-class festival from their doorstep.

While the noise, crowds, and disruptions can be overwhelming, the carnival also brings an undeniable vibrancy to the area. It’s a reminder of the resilience of the community and a celebration of culture that has, over the years, become synonymous with Notting Hill itself.

Timetable

Saturday 24^th August

Steel Band Competition Day Tickets Only

UK National Panorama Steel Band Competition

Full Saturday Schedule

Sunday 25^th August

Families and Children’s Day Free to All

Children’s Parade and Carnival, Adults ‘Dutty Mas’, Judging Zone

Full Sunday Schedule

Monday 26^th August

Adults Day Free to All

Adults Parade and Carnival, Judging Zone

Full Monday Schedule

Open the interactive map

Notting Hill property owners and residents, get ready!

Apart from putting on your glad rags and preparing for a real treat, it’s important to be aware of the restrictions that come into force. You can download the official Notting Hill Event Guide here to get the full picture.

Road closures

To facilitate the Carnival, roads will be closed, so make sure your au-fait with the plan as they are strict and enforced – even if you are a resident.

Parking restrictions

Only carnival floats, pre-authorised event vehicles and emergency vehicles will be allowed into the area.

Residents who wish to remove their vehicles from the Carnival
area should do so the night of Saturday 24 August.
there is no overnight access for vehicles
the police will be checking all vehicles entering the area and surrounding streets and vehicles without accreditation will not gain access
The majority of the parking restrictions will begin at 11.59pm on Saturday 24 August through to 6am on Tuesday 27 August.

Making the most of the opportunity

For residents who embrace the carnival spirit, it is a time to celebrate diversity, enjoy world-class entertainment on their doorstep, and witness the multicultural fabric of London at its best. Many local families have long-standing traditions of participating in the festivities, from joining in the parades to hosting friends and family for private gatherings.

Whatever your approach, we have come across a whole range of creative and rather interesting solutions to tackling, and indeed engaging, the onslaught of visitors*:

Rent your spare room
As you’re in pole-position, why not capitalise on the convenience and rent your spare room to a high-calibre visitor. Websites such as Airbnb and Travelstay make this a viable option and premiums are attractive. Do check your lease as this may not be permitted and ensure that you abide by the Council regulations regarding short letting.
Provide a convenience
Believe it or not, we have known a clever resident rent out his downstairs loo for visitors on the hop. As we all know, portaloos can be far from appealing, so a clean, fully functioning convenience is a potential goldmine for the enterprising.
Set up a stall in your front garden
Got a little patch out front? Then you could sell ice cream like one of our cool colleagues. It’s been more than a little hot recently and a nice cold drink or Cornetto is exactly what’s needed. You’ll be on fire!!
Baton down the hatches!
However, it is sometimes the case, that if you’re directly in the Carnival path, then ducking for cover is the preferred option. If so, there are plenty of services offering temporary boarding and security if you’re one of the concerned.

Whatever your carnival ‘style’, we hope you enjoy the weekend and the vibrancy and vitality of this wonderful cultural phenomenon.