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Notting Hill Carnival's 60th year celebrated on family day

The Notting Hill Carnival celebrates its 60th anniversary with a family day, but the festivities are not without controversy.

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 22:27 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026 at 11:24 UTC

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What happened

The Notting Hill Carnival is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The event kicked off with the J’ouvert celebrations, a pre-dawn street party involving revellers donning oil and paint. The festivities are expected to continue with a family day, which traditionally features a children's parade and various family-friendly activities.

The anniversary celebrations are not without controversy. The BBC notes that the carnival has faced criticism in recent years over issues such as noise pollution and public safety. Google Doodles is marking the occasion with a special illustration.

The Guardian and Yahoo News are also covering the event, focusing on the cultural significance and the community spirit it fosters.

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Questions people are asking

What is the J’ouvert celebration?

J’ouvert is a pre-dawn street party that marks the start of the Notting Hill Carnival. It involves revellers covering themselves in oil and paint.

What activities are planned for the family day?

The family day typically includes a children's parade and various family-friendly activities, though coverage does not yet specify the exact schedule for this year.

What controversies surround the Notting Hill Carnival?

The carnival has faced criticism over issues such as noise pollution and public safety, though coverage does not yet specify the details of these controversies.

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