Floats and performers are parading through the streets of west London for today's Notting Hill Carnival festivities
Large crowds of revellers are dancing and partying in colourful costumes to celebrate Caribbean culture
The annual event is the largest street party in Europe and is expected to attract two million people over the bank holiday weekend
This year's carnival is also celebrating and remembering the 75th anniversary of the docking of HMT Empire Windrush
For those of you who wish they could be in Notting Hill today, we've got the next best thing.
All the action will be streamed today on this page for everyone who can't be there in person.
You can watch it live by clicking the Play button at the top of the page or by heading to BBC iPlayer.
Jamie Moreland
Reporting from Notting Hill
Image source, Getty ImagesGrenfell Tower can be seen from parts of the parade route and this was a community devastated by the disaster.
In 2018, carnival held a 72 second silence on both days at 15:00, one second for each life lost in the fire.
I’ve just heard that this is planned to happen again this afternoon, as sound systems will fall silent in respect of the victims, survivors and the bereaved.
Image source, Getty ImagesRevellers are bringing the party to west London, donning lavish costumes for today's exuberant adult parade
Image source, Getty ImagesPeople have been partying atop floats followed by feathered mas bands dancing to the beat
Image source, PA MediaPercussion group Batala is celebrating 25 years involvement in the Notting Hill Carnival
Image source, ReutersAnd DJs have promised a bigger and better party than yesterday
Jamie Moreland
Reporting from Notting Hill
"Riper Don" is standing beside huge speakers running the Different Strokes sound systems.
“We’re playing a bit of everything from soul to reggae, R&B, a little bit of jungle and house. A lot of party music,” he says.
His dad began the sound system at Carnival in the late 80s and Riper Don has been here since 1993, taking over from his dad since the late 2000s.
“It’s going to be a good day,” he adds.
Gem O'Reilly
Live reporter
While the parade winds through west London, let's bring you some of the highlights from yesterday.
Idris Elba was spotted among the performers at a party as thousands enjoyed traditional Caribbean food and dancing in Notting Hill.
We'll be keeping an eye out to see if the Luther actor and other famous faces make an appearance today.
Jamie Moreland
Reporting from Notting Hill
I’m on board a Windrush-themed bus travelling up Ladbroke Grove which marks the 75th anniversary of the docking of HMT Empire Windrush, carrying passengers from the Caribbean to the UK.
Wearing a colourful hat with the number 75, Deborah Klass says this is a very special moment for her.
“I am here celebrating a piece of my mum and dad who came over as part of the Windrush generation,” she tells me.
Her dad passed away but “would be so proud I’m here representing the achievements and diverse legacy of the Windrush generation".
The live stream of today's parade hasn't started yet, but if you need to get in the mood have a listen to our colleagues at 1Xtra who have compiled some carnival throwbacks.
Joelah, Keke and Silk will get you ready for carnival season with a Me in 3 with David Rodigan, Sean Paul My G mix.
The trio go through their Top 3 UK Funky tracks and you can listen here.
Image source, TfLA Windrush themed double-decker bus is running at the Notting Hill Carnival to mark the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush.
The bus is part of the Transport for London (TfL) float during the parade, and features artwork from the artist Baraka Carberry.
The wrap around the bus visually entwines the culture, community and colours of the carnival and the 75-year history of Windrush, TfL said.
After the parade, the bus will also run during Black History Month in October.
This year's carnival kicked off yesterday in its usual colourful and loud fashion.
It was billed as the children's parade with plenty of stunning costumes and dance moves on display.
Here's a look at some of the snaps from Sunday:
Image source, EPAThe Notting Hill Carnival is held in west London and has been held for 55 years running
Image source, PA MediaTwo million people are expected to attend the two-day celebration of Caribbean culture
Image source, PA MediaNotting Hill is the second biggest carnival in the world - only Rio de Janeiro's famous festival is bigger
Image source, EPAThousands of Met Police officers have been deployed to keep people safe - and in some instances join in with the fun!
Jamie Moreland
Reporting from Notting Hill
I was here reporting on children’s day yesterday and now I’m back at the heart of the action to bring you "access all areas" coverage of the main event!
Yesterday thousands of kids dressed up flamboyantly with their families, I tried the delicious jerk chicken and we danced along to Idris Elba’s DJ’ing. I even bumped into Dizzee Rascal.
I left with paint peeling off my arms, my ears ringing from the overwhelming sound and my belly full of tasty food, so the bar is high for today.
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Image source, Getty ImagesLet's have a quick look on the latest travel advice for those trying to travel to west London today.
There are severe delays on the Hammersmith & City and District lines and minor delays on the Circle line due to an earlier customer incident. The Central line has a good service so the best stations to get to the carnival are Notting Hill Gate and Holland Park.
But, TfL advises that between 11:00 and 15:00, both Notting Hill Gate and Holland Park will be exit only.
On its website TfL adds: "If travelling from east London to the carnival, it may be easier to use Elizabeth line services from Stratford to Paddington and continue at street level.
"If travelling from west London to the carnival, it may be easier to alight at Shepherds Bush and continue at street level."
Image source, PA MediaToday is billed as the adult parade so we can expect plenty of loud whistles, sound systems and bursts of colour in Notting Hill.
Colourfully-costumed mass bands are filling the streets of Notting Hill, ready to wind their way through west London.
The annual celebration of Caribbean culture and history will bring lots of dancing, parading and partying today, with numerous food stalls also lining the pavements.
Floats are already blaring music while feathered and bejewelled revellers add the final touches to their outfits.
Let's have a look at the all important weather forecast for today's Notting Hill Carnival.
Carol Kirkwood talks us through the temperatures and whether we will need an umbrella today...
For the first time, BBC News will be live streaming the Notting Hill Carnival parade today.
From 13:00 BST you can hit Play at the top of this page or watch on the BBC iPlayer.
Image source, Getty ImagesNotting Hill Carnival has returned to west London this August bank holiday and runs from Saturday 26 August to Monday 28 August.
The carnival is in its 55th year, is one of the longest running street parties in the world and the largest street party in Europe.
It's all about celebrating Caribbean heritage, arts and culture - including music, food and dancing.
More than two million people, including thousands of tourists, attend each year to follow the three-mile parade.
Expect an amazing parade showcasing the best of mas dancing, external, soca, calypso, steel bands and sound systems.
Marita Moloney
Live reporter
Image source, EPAGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of the Notting Hill Carnival, which has returned to west London for its 55th year.
Two million people are expected to attend this year’s carnival over the bank holiday weekend.
Roads within the Notting Hill area will be closed throughout today, while thousands of Met Police officers will be on duty to keep the public safe.
For those of you who can’t attend the festivities, we’ll be streaming the carnival live at the top of this page from 13:00 BST, and you can also tune in on BBC iPlayer.
I’m here with Thomas Mackintosh and Jacqueline Howard, and Jamie Moreland will be on the ground in Notting Hill to bring a sense of all the fun, flavour and fashion, so stay with us throughout what promises to be an exciting day.