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.
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
Hosted by Delroy Murray (Total Contrast, 291 Club), the Voices to the World stage celebrates the global sounds that shape our communities.
More info coming soon
Volunteer and Train is Great British Carnival’s free programme offering practical experience in community arts and event production. More
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
A community‑centred network connecting artists, practitioners and organisations working in Carnival Arts across the borough, fostering collaboration, shared skills and creativity. More
Useful event management information, such as: site plans, route map, schedules
More info coming soon