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Notting Hill Carnival Kicks Off with J'ouvert Festivities

8/25/2025

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Notting Hill Carnival, celebrating Caribbean culture, started with J'ouvert at 6 AM, featuring parades and music.
Established in 1966, the event draws over a million attendees and highlights diverse cultural influences, including Indo-Caribbean heritage.
Local authorities anticipate collecting over 300 tonnes of waste during clean-up efforts.
Police reported 140 arrests on the first day, a notable increase from last year.

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Notting Hill Carnival, celebrating Caribbean culture, started with J'ouvert at 6 AM, featuring parades and music.
Established in 1966, the event draws over a million attendees and highlights diverse cultural influences, including Indo-Caribbean heritage.
Local authorities anticipate collecting over 300 tonnes of waste during clean-up efforts.
Police reported 140 arrests on the first day, a notable increase from last year.