Don’t forget the soundsystems

We know Notting Hill Carnival is all about the parade, but we think the best bit is the mega sound systems down the side streets. This year there are over 30 official static soundsystems playing everything from reggae to calypso, house to dub and much more. The chest rattling rhythms of the sound systems are not to be missed.

Eat Caribbean

If you’re going to Notting Hill Carnival, Caribbean food is a must. Don’t be a mug and have a diet of dirty burgers. We can already smell the delicious aromas of jerk chicken, fried plantains and goat curry wafting through the air. It’s damn good.

Join the afterparty

After the show is the afterparty! If you’re not too drunk or tired from being on your feet all day, then hit the afterparty. There are loads going on so keep your eyes peeled for event listings or your ears to the ground for rumuors of secret DJ sets and more.