The celebration continues! After Europe’s largest street party returned for the first time in three years, dancers in Notting Hill don flamboyant attire for the second day of festivities.
The Notting Hill Carnival returned to the streets of West London for the first time in three years, prompting dancers dressed in colorful feathered attire to celebrate the second day of the celebration today.
This year’s festival features 13 steel bands, 72 mast bands, six Brazilian bands, 36 sound systems, and 300 stalls, with today being the ‘Adults Day Parade and Carnival’ from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Over the Bank Holiday weekend, an estimated two million people are anticipated to attend the Notting Hill Carnival, the largest street carnival in Europe. The carnival is a popular way for African and Caribbean groups to celebrate their culture and customs. It began in 1966, when approximately 1,000 individuals participated.
Last night around 7.30 p.m., Scotland Yard reported 38 arrests, including 10 for assault, two for sexual assault, and others for drug possession, criminal damage, and possession of an offensive weapon.
353 arrests were made during the 2019 event, compared to 374 in 2018, 313 in 2017, and 453 in 2016. The Metropolitan Police stated that the most recent carnival in 2019 cost them £8,600,000. However, the festival attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to London and generates an estimated £120 million for the economy.
Yesterday, a group of carnival-goers dancing on the roof of a bus station caused it to collapse during the carnival. Huge crowds observing revelers on the top of the Kensal House bus shelter on Ladbroke Grove could be heard gasping and exclaiming in horror as the top collapsed and the revelers tumbled to the ground, nearly crushing four persons below.
Today, performers in West London prepare to participate in the Notting Hill Carnival on August’s first Monday holiday.
Today, hundreds of people descend upon the Notting Hill Carnival in West London, where performers are taking part.
This morning, performers pose prior to the opening of the Notting Hill Carnival in West London.
Today, London’s Notting Hill Carnival returned to the streets for the first time in two years, with performers.
This morning, revelers pose in West London before the start of the annual Notting Hill Carnival.
This morning, a dancer prepares to participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in West London.
Today, London’s Notting Hill Carnival returned to the streets for the first time in two years, with performers.
A carnival participant during today’s Notting Hill Carnival in London, which has returned after being interrupted by the epidemic.
This morning, a young girl wears a carnival costume on the London Underground during the Notting Hill Carnival.
Today, thousands of people have flocked to the annual Notting Hill Carnival in West London, where performers are posing.
Two people sustained minor injuries but did not require further treatment following the incident, which occurred at the conclusion of “family day” and the carnival procession, which included bright and sparkling costumes.
One video showed two men fighting one other before being separated by others, while those surrounding them danced and sang “Don’t Worry About a Thing” to Three Little Birds by Bob Marley.
In addition, a police horse died last night while on duty after falling at 9 p.m. It received emergency attention but died at the spot despite treatment. Officers stated that it is too soon to ascertain the cause of death and that an investigation will be conducted.
Members of the Emancipated Run Crew, clad in green in remembrance of those who perished at Grenfell, began the march and marked the formal start of Notting Hill Carnival yesterday.
Today’s Notting Hill Carnival in London, which returned to the streets for the first time in two years, was attended by revelers.
Today, performers snap a picture as they wait to participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in West London.
Today marks the return of the Notting Hill Carnival to the streets of London for the first time in two years.
This morning, a performer poses in West London prior to the opening of the annual Notting Hill Carnival.
Today, performers returned to the streets of London’s Notting Hill Carnival for the first time in two years.
Today, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in West London.
Today, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in West London.
This morning, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in London.
This morning, performers in West London prepare to take part in the annual Notting Hill Carnival.
Today’s Notting Hill Carnival in London, which returned to the streets for the first time in two years, was attended by revelers.
Young youngsters accompanied by their parents danced across the streets while blowing whistles. Jules Stephenson, co-founder of the club, stated, “The atmosphere is fantastic; everyone is so happy about the return of carnival.”
Carnival arrests so far
As of 7.30 p.m. last night, Scotland Yard reported that 38 arrests had been made for the following offenses:
5 instances of possession of drugs
2 x criminal damage
6 x public order
10 x assault
2 x sexual assault
Three counts of possession of controlled substances
5 counts of possession of a lethal weapon
1 × drink/drug driving
1 x larceny
3 x diverse
The two-day celebration has been suspended for two years due to the pandemic.
Elsewhere, Carina Charles, a 40-year-old nurse from Basildon, stated, ‘I enjoy the cohesion of the people and the cultural diversity.
My favorite type of music is soca music from the Caribbean. After three years of confinement, everyone is jubilant and ecstatic to be released.
Diverse sound systems dispersed over the streets of West London amused the dancing throng to the roaring music.
Small children standing on their front stairs waved Jamaican flags and waved to passing pedestrians.
Shauna Walsh, a 38-year-old resident of Kensal Rise, remarked, “The atmosphere has been quite uplifting and welcoming; it’s great to be back.”
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan stated, “As a Londoner, I’m ecstatic that carnival has returned.”
He explained that carnival was a celebration of Caribbean culture, tradition, and history, and that demand for festivities was “pent up” this year.
He continued, “We believe it will be the largest and most successful ever.”
However, Mr. Khan also warned that the carnival had been harmed by the cost-of-living crisis.
He stated, “We are seeing those who wish to have floats and sound systems withdrawing because they cannot afford to pay their fees.”
Today, feathered-costumed Notting Hill Carnival performers are visible on the platform of a London Underground station.
This morning, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in London, following a Covid-related delay.
Today marks the return of the Notting Hill Carnival to the streets of London for the first time in two years.
This morning, a performer arrives in West London to take part in the annual Notting Hill Carnival.
This morning, London Underground passengers spotted Notting Hill Carnival performers with feathery costumes.
This morning, performers in West London prepare to take part in the annual Notting Hill Carnival.
This morning, Notting Hill Carnival performers in feathered costumes fill the streets of West London.
Today, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in London while others take photographs of them.
Today, feathered-costumed Notting Hill Carnival performers are seen on a train at the Earl’s Court Tube station in London.
This morning, revelers participate in the Notting Hill Carnival in London, as the celebration returns this year.
Today, feathered-costumed Notting Hill Carnival performers are visible on the platform of Earl’s Court Tube station in London.
Today marks the return of the Notting Hill Carnival to the streets of London for the first time in two years.
This morning, a young girl wears a carnival costume on the London Underground during the Notting Hill Carnival.
Today at Notting Hill Carnival, Yasmin Evans and Jordan Stephens pose before boarding the Spotify x Socaholic float.
Today, feathered-costumed Notting Hill Carnival performers are visible on the platform of Earl’s Court Tube station in London.
This year, 32-year-old Farah Mokaddem traveled from Geneva to attend Notting Hill Carnival. She stated, “I’ve always desired to visit here.”
She continued, “The ambiance is lively: everyone is on their balconies and terraces.” And individuals of all ages are observing the passing of others.’
Paul Wright, a 36-year-old account manager from Ealing, remarked, “Everyone seems to be enjoying themselves.” I believe more people are here to have fun than to cause trouble.’
He noted that it was a “wonderful thing” where everyone gathered and enjoyed themselves. Mr. Wright quipped, “The weather could always be improved.”