Notting Hill Carnival — 30 August

The Notting Hill Carnival, held annually in West London on August 30,  has become one of the biggest street festivals in Europe. It celebrates the British West Indian community and encourages cultural unity. In the ’60s, the festival sprang up as one way to address community unrest and improve racial relations.

Today, the carnival features a parade with elaborate floats and colorful, costumed performers. Spectators dance to steel bands and calypso music.  So, if you want to get into the spirit of the Caribbean, eat some peas and rice and other delicacies and be all the way live at the Notting Hill Carnival  from August 30 – 31.  Give yourself over to those wonderful West Indian vibes!