Carnival Day 2023

Carnival Day returned this year for the first time since 2019!

The people of St Pauls and beyond came together to celebrate African-Caribbean culture, immerse ourselves in the traditions of Carnival, and spread the spirit of community here in Bristol. Under this year’s theme ‘Learning From Legends’, we’re honoured our legends, what we have learnt from them and how we share knowledge and experiences with those who will continue the legacy of Carnival for future generations.

Check out the highlights below!

Thank you to our photographers Joe Rosser, Pankaj Vasantrai, Colin Rayner, Tim Maynard, Adrian Strong, Will Wynn and Bhagesh Sachania

BLM Float - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
Carnival food - Colin Rayner.jpg
Carnival street - Colin Rayner.jpg
Crowds - Colin Rayner.jpg
Elders Brunch - Joe Rosser.jpg
Enjoying Carnival - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
Family - Adrian Strong (1).JPG
Levi Roots on Roy Hackett Memorial Stage - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
Mandela's Hideaway - Pankaj Vasantrai (1).jpg
Mandela's Hideaway - Pankaj Vasantrai.jpg
Procession - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
Radical Roots Booty Bass takeover - Bobbi O'Gilvie.jpg
Radical Roots stage - Adrian Strong.JPG
Raising Legends - Will Wynn.jpg
St Pauls Carnival Dance Troupe - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
St Pauls Community Mas Camp - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
The Horseman and the Uppercut Band - Bhagesh Sachania.jpg
Windrush Bus - Colin Rayner.jpg