Notting Hill Carnival 2025
NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL 2025
Come along with us and our friends at UCOM Carnival on a journey of exploration into Amazonia for Notting Hill Carnival 2025.
The Amazon rainforest is one of the most significant places on Planet Earth. It is teeming with life and is home to an incredible diversity of animals, plant life, and Indigenous tribes.
This presentation portrays the sights and sounds of the rainforest – the flowers, the animals and the rich cultures of its inhabitants.
Welcome to Amazonia.
KALINA TRIBE X SOCAHOLIC
Step into the world of Kalina Tribe—a celebration of the beauty and cultural legacy of an Indigenous people originating from the northern regions of South America.
The historical homelands of the Kalina people span the lush coastal areas and river basins of what are now Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, and Brazil, extending deep into the Amazon rainforest.
Known for their intricate feathered headdresses and vibrant art, each Kalina design carries ancient symbolic meanings that honor their profound connection to nature and the spirits within it.
EXPLORE THE COSTUMES
Kalina Tribe has been exquisitely crafted by the visionary designer Paul O’Donoghue, founder and artistic director of UCOM Carnival.
Paul has been designing carnival costumes, making mas, and creating a legacy for more than 25 years. His unparalleled creativity and dedication to the art of carnival have garnered international recognition, with his work consistently earning prestigious awards and acclaim across the globe. Paul’s commitment to pushing boundaries and redefining carnival aesthetics has solidified him as a trailblazer in the industry, making each of his creations a testament to the fusion of tradition and innovation.
Join us as we celebrate the enduring legacy of the Kalina through Carnival—where culture, art, and heritage come alive!
