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Peoples' Parade, Carnival Fête, Heart of Carnival, World Wide Weekend
Leyton Más is a joyful, family-friendly Caribbean inspired celebration of Carnival arts in the heart of Waltham Forest, continuing 125 years of Carnival traditions in the borough, with a day of colour, music, movement and community. Expect vibrant masquerade, live music, dance, workshops and creative activities for all ages.
From the streets to the stage, Leyton Más brings together global traditions from across the African, Americas, Asian and European Carnival diaspora, alongside the creativity of our local communities.
Come along, take part, and help bring Carnival to life in Leyton.
Save Leyton Más!
Save Leyton Más!
Help Secure the Future of Waltham Forest’s Largest Free Community Carnival
Peoples Parade
Peoples Parade
Join the beating heart of Leyton Más fills the streets with dazzling costumes, live music and carnival energy.
Heart of Carnival
Heart of Carnival
Offering hands-on workshops where you can explore the creative traditions behind Carnival.
A-Maze-In Sounds
A-Maze-In Sounds
A full day of Carnival sounds curated by a collalition of legendary sound systems including Foundation, Sir Breena and DejaVufm and introducing Soca Más and Platform WF More
Family Play Zone
Family Play Zone
More info coming soon
Culture Market
Culture Market
The Culture Markets bring together fashion, food and craft inspired by the global African diaspora.
Waltham Forest Carnival Archive
Waltham Forest Carnival Archive
A participatory heritage project that collects and shares images, documents and memories of 100 years of Carnival in the borough, preserving local Carnival histories for the future. More
Volunteer & Train
Volunteer & Train
Volunteer and Train is Great British Carnival’s free programme offering practical experience in community arts and event production. More
Event Management Production, Marketing
Event Management Production, Marketing
Useful event management information, such as: site plans, route map, schedules
Carnival Arts Network
Carnival Arts Network
A community‑centred network connecting artists, practitioners and organisations working in Carnival Arts across the borough, fostering collaboration, shared skills and creativity. More
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