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When did the Notting Hill Carnival begin?
1966
When does the carnival take place?
every year on the last weekend of August
How many food stalls are there?
300
How long do people usually work on the carnival costumes?
many months
What do people use for making costumes for the carnival?
feathers, sequins, colourful material
How much food do the people serve during the carnival?
5 tonnes of barbecue chicken, 5000 corn cobs, 1 tonne of rice and peas
What does the carnival celebrate?
the Caribbean culture
What is the name of the carnival?
The Notting Hill Carnival
How many people attend the carnival?
over 2 million people
What day is Family Day?
Sunday
Where does the carnival take place?
London
How many sound systems are there on the carnival?
37 sound systems
What type of music is typical of the carnival?
Latin, reggae
