London’s Notting Hill Carnival features a distinctive early morning spectacle known as the Jab Jab parade, which draws hundreds of participants each year. The event takes place at dawn and marks the official beginning of the carnival celebrations.
Those taking part in the Jab Jab masquerade adopt a striking visual appearance for the occasion. Participants wear devil horns and coat their bodies with motor oil, creating an unmistakable and theatrical look as they make their way through the streets.
The parade represents a cherished cultural tradition with roots in Grenada, passed down through generations of Caribbean communities in London. According to participants interviewed about the event, maintaining this distinctive celebration remains an important aspect of preserving their heritage and cultural identity within the wider carnival festivities.
Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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