Every year, Luton carnival draws thousands of people every year. It is an event that is not paralleled anywhere else in the UK and its uniqueness is what appeals to all these people. Very few details have been released about the format of this year’s carnival but if we look at previous carnivals then we can have an indication of what the format may be like.

In 2008 the centre of Luton came to a standstill for carnival – although those in the procession were anything but still as they danced and gyrated their way along the procession route. With many different groups, clubs, schools, societies and communities taking part, the parade brought together people in an eye catching and breathtaking procession – demonstrating a diverse mix of arts, music and culture. The selection of live musical entertainment taking place for free on just one day was quite astonishing. With three stages and eight sound sites across the town, visitors to carnival were treated to music from around the world including, jazz, reggae, house, soca, roots, salsa and soul. It may have rained and it may have been cold and windy but that didn’t stop the bands giving 100% and the fantastic, and hardy, audience from dancing and cheering each song by each band. Even the Police were caught dancing away towards the back of the crowd. It was a truly amazing day of entertainment with a fantastic array of culture on show and the indication is that this year will be even better!