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Welcome to Carnival

A spectacular celebration of our community

Environmental Ambition

In 2023 with the support of Luton’s Greener Future Fund, we embarked on our journey in reducing Luton Carnival’s CO2 emissions and upskilling local artists and students in suitable practices.

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JOURNAL OF FESTIVAL CULTURE INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS

Festival Culture & Research Education

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The Foyle Foundation Artist Development Programme

The Foyle Foundation Artist Development Programme was launched in September 2023.  The programme supports artists to develop their carnival arts and creative knowledge and skills. The programme also provides arts administration and business support so the participants can become established working artists. 

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Children wearing Luton coat of arms as a carnival costume
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Native American Blue and Orange Carnival Costume
Gravity defying carnival costume with lions and monkeys hiding in the jungle
Carnival group in blue costumes
Boy blowing a whistle in an orange and white Luton football inspired carnival costume
Carnival crew wearing orange feathered costumes
Young child wearing an owl mask for carnival
Red and purple carnival costume on stage at Luton carnival
Tree of life carnival costume
Maureen wearing a blue and white carnival costume
Carnival crew depicting native americans dance on stage at luton carnival
Woman wearing carnival costume depicting the world with airplanes flying above
Luton shop mobility taking part in the carnival
Revellers steel band on their vehicle at Luton Carnival smiling at the camera