The Notting Hill Carnival celebrates its 60th anniversary, and Euronews Culture spoke with ten people who have shaped, celebrated, and documented their culture over the decades. The festival, which began in 1966, has grown to become one of Europe's largest street events, with origins in London's Caribbean community.
The ten interviewees each shared a song that, in their view, best represents the spirit of the festival. These personal choices reflect the musical and cultural diversity that characterizes the event, from traditional Caribbean sounds to more contemporary influences.
The article highlights that the carnival was created as a celebration of Caribbean culture in the United Kingdom, becoming over the years a symbol of resistance, community, and identity for the British Black diaspora.
The celebration of this anniversary marks six decades of an event that regularly faces challenges, including funding and security issues, but which continues to be an important cultural reference for millions of participants.
