Leeds Carnival and Mas Africa: Honoring Legacy, Living Culture

Since 1967, the Leeds West Indian Carnival has stood as the UK’s oldest Caribbean-style street carnival—rich in history, rooted in community, and alive with vibrant expression. Each year, it transforms the streets of Leeds into a jubilant display of color, rhythm, and unity.

Mas Africa is honored to be part of this legacy, bringing the heartbeat of Africa to one of Britain’s most cherished cultural events. Our presence at Leeds Carnival is a celebration of African identity, resilience, and creativity, woven into the fabric of carnival tradition.

Through elaborate costumes, traditional storytelling, and high-energy performances, Mas Africa amplifies African heritage on a global platform. We don’t just perform—we connect, uplift, and inspire.

Whether you’re looking to hire a costume, volunteer with our team, or march with purpose, Mas Africa invites you to join us at Leeds. Together, we honor our past while shaping the future—one dance step, one costume, and one community at a time.