IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – DATE CHANGE!

Get ready for the ultimate Carnival experience!

We’re excited to announce the Carnival Costume Programme 2025 – but please note the NEW START DATE

The programme will now commence on Thursday, 24th April 2025 – NOT on the 26th as previously stated.

Please see the amended poster attached for full details.

Whether you’re an experienced designer or a first-timer, this is your chance to shine with vibrant, creative, and culturally rich costume designing and making skills!

Join us to:

Learn how to design and create your own carnival costumes for you & your family

Learn from professional and experienced designers

Develop your employability skills through carnival arts

Build your confidence and connect with likeminded people

Showcase your unique style and heritage at Barking & Dagenham Carnival 2025

Let’s come together to celebrate unity, creativity, and the spirit of carnival – bigger and bolder than ever before!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!