Taking place on 25 July 2026, the one-day event marks 60 years of Notting Hill Carnival and will transform the museum and surrounding grounds with live performances, workshops, talks and hands-on activities for all ages.
Families can expect steel pan music, African drumming, calypso dance, limbo performances and roaming entertainment throughout the day, alongside carnival-inspired workshops including headwear making, fibre and textile activities and interactive folk song sessions.
There will also be family-friendly games, community-led displays and opportunities to explore Caribbean history and storytelling through talks, exhibitions and live performances across the museum.
One of the best parts? It’s completely free, making it an easy summer holiday activity to add to the calendar. More info on the website.
📍 National Maritime Museum, Greenwich
📅 25 July 2026
⏰ 10am–5pm
💸 Free entry