#CARNIVALREADY
— 24 Aug 2022, 14:30
GET #CARNIVALREADY WITH A HOST OF EVENTS & CARIBBEAN STREET FOOD THIS BANK HOLIDAY
Notting Hill Carnival, one of the biggest cultural events in the UK, is returning following a two year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic this Bank Holiday weekend from 27th - 29th August.
Whether you are planning to head to West London or not, BOXPARK will become a fiesta of Caribbean culture leading up to the event with a Carnival Warm-Up schedule from 24th August - 28th August. The line-up features music events with plenty of reggae and riddims, parties to dance the night away, delicious Caribbean street food, and all-round good vibes.
CARIBBEAN FOOD AT BOXPARK
Head to BOXPARK Shoreditch and indulge in tropical and authentic Jamaican flavours from Rudie’s. You can choose from a mix of traditional Caribbean staples such as Jerk Chicken and Curry Goat or go for their Jerk-It-Up Box, Yardi Box or Jah Love Box.
Cure your hunger after the workout with a wholesome, hearty Caribbean meal from Mama Jacq’s. Try their award-winning cuisine ranging from curry goat, stewed salmon, fish tacos and jerk chicken - all meat is well-seasoned and marinated before being slow cooked to perfection, but there’s plenty of options for veggies too.
If you’re looking for something extra spicy, sign-up to Beefeater x Big Mike Presents: Bank Holiday BBQ on Sunday 28 August from 1pm. Dance to the sound of steel bands and calypso music on the terrace whilst tucking into a mouth-watering BBQ menu. The first 100 people who purchase a meal from Big Mike's BBQ between 1-4pm will receive a complimentary Beefeater Summer Cocktail.
BIG MIKE'S BEEFEATER MENU & PAIRINGS
- Leg Thigh & Boneless Thigh: Marinated in Big Mike’s Jerk & Twerk Sauce - Paired with LONDON DRY GIN & TONIC and LONDON DRY TOM COLLINS
- Minted Lamb Chops (Boneless) - Paired with PINK STRAWBERRY GIN & TONIC and PINK STRAWBERRY COLLINS
- Steak Fish - Paired with BLOOD ORANGE GIN & TONIC
- Louisiana BBQ Pork Ribs - Paired with PEACH & RASPBERRY GIN & TONIC and PEACH & RASPBERRY COLLINS
VEGETARIAN OPTIONS - all paired with PEACH & RASPBERRY GIN & TONIC and PEACH & RASPBERRY COLLINS
- Butter Thyme Chargrilled Corn on the Cob
- Popping BBQ Potatoes: Roasted potatoes with pink sea salt black pepper & essence of garlic. Re-charred for that BBQ taste.
- Calypso Salad: Tomatoes cucumber pineapple bell peppers sweet corn tossed in sea salt lime & cracked black pepper.
CARNIVAL WARM-UP EVENTS
Carib Nation & Friends: Welcome to Carnival
Location: BOXPARK Shoreditch
Date & Time: Wednesday 24 August from 7PM
Before Europe’s Largest street festival returns to fill all of our hearts with joy; Carib Nation will be hosting a pre-party to get you in the right mood before NHC 2022.
On Wednesday 24th August we are throwing a free pre-carnival party in proper after wuk style at BOXPARK Shoreditch. You can expect a real authentic Caribbean vibe coupled with the UK’s best entertainers on the night.
Music policy: 95% Soca, Dancehall & Reggae with a sprinkle of other party vibes!
RebelClash Presents
Location: BOXPARK Shoreditch
Date & Time: Thursday 25 August from 7PM
Patrick Williams aka RebelClash moniker was born out of his Jamaican heritage & deep appreciation for the Jamaican sound-system culture. Early influences from his Uncle and the legendary Jamaican duo Papa Michigan & General Smiley who were signed to the infamous Studio One label, culminated into his love and passion for playing Reggae on vinyl & acetate dubplates.
You can catch his show on London’s Rinse FM serving up some of the finest 7” Reggae & dub in his extensive collection.
He returns to BEATBOX on Thursday 25th August for an evening of classic Reggae, Dub & more.
Sir DJ Corey & Friends: Ultimate Carnival Weekend Starter
Location: BOXPARK Croydon
Date & Time: Thursday 25 August from 7PM
If you need a motive to get you carnival ready ahead of the weekend, this is where you need to be. Join Sir DJ Corey, the 2x Redbull Culture Clash Winner and iconic Club & Festival DJ, for a party filled with pure vibes featuring his own blend of hip-hop, R&B, dancehall riddims and throwback pop freestyles. Having been on tour with the likes of Popcaan, Chip, Stefflon Don, Stylo G and Lisa Mercedez, a night with Sir DJ Corey is guaranteed to get you in the mood for Carnival.
Fight Klub Karnival
Location: BOXPARK Wembley
Date & Time: Saturday 27 August from 9AM
Come and experience the high-energy workout class that has taken the world by storm since its inception. Fight Klub is back at BOXPARK with a carnival twist so you can get fully immersed in Jungle, Soca, Reggae, Dancehall, and AfroBeats!
Fight Klub has become synonymous with BOXPARK over the years, so it's only right that we bring them in for an early-morning fitness carnival extravaganza on Saturday 27 August. The programme will include Fight Klub and special guest brands presenting Soca with Sweat in the City, Reggaerobics and Azonto Box, plus Brunch with live DJs.
Don’t forget to sign up to become a BOXPARK Black Card Member to get your first drink FREE. The BOXPARK Black Card also provides priority tickets for events, and exclusive discounts across the bars, select street food traders, retail outlets and leisure activities. Plus, gain rewards every time you spend!
