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What is the Notting Hill Carnival considered to be?
The largest street festival in Europe and one of the largest in the world.
When was the 1st carnival held?
In 1964.
What was it held for?
It was a way for Afro-Caribbean to celebrate their cultures.
What does the festival fill the streets of West London with?
With amazing displays of music, costumes and colourful sights.
How has the festival changed in recent years?
It has become multi-ethnic and has attracted more than one million people.
When does the earliest form of festival date back to?
It dates back to the early 19th century.
What kind of music can you hear in recent years?
You can hear reggae, R and B, funk, house, dub, and more.
What kind of musicins take part in the festivals?
Local bands and international artists.
When does the Notting Hill Festival take place?
Every August.
How long does it last?
For 3 days.
What is the "Panorama"?
A drumming competition between steel bands.
When is Children's Day?
On Sunday.
What happens on Children's Day?
There is a short parade for children in costumes.
How many miles in the route of the main parade?
It's about 3 miles long.
