OUR COSTUMES/ ALAS
Ala Pernambuco em Festa
An explosion of colour from the Northeast of Brasil. Inspired by Frevo, Maracatu, and festas populares, this ala is pure joy, rhythm, and celebration. Flowing ribbons, vibrant movement, and festive energy transform the avenue into a Pernambuco street carnival.
Open to everyone - no dance experience needed
Flat shoes for this ala (white pumps)
Ala Arraial do Boi Encantado
Welcome to the magic of Festa Junina. This ala celebrates one of the biggest cultural celebrations in Brasil after Carnaval, blending Boi Bumbá traditions with the colours, dances, music, and joyful spirit of the arraial. Expect ribbons, movement, folklore, and pure Brazilian festa energy.
Open to everyone - some dance experience needed (improvers to advanced)
Gold Platform heels for this ala
BOI ENCANTADO DA RAINHA
BOI ENCANTADO DA RAINHA
For NHC 2026, Império da Rainha will feature a special Boi-Bumbá destaque/ highlight (only one) inspired by the magical traditions of northern and northeastern Brazil.
The selected participant will parade with the costume as part of Ala Arraial do Boi Encantado (in front of the ala) and must attend the 29th August rehearsal.
Costume remains
For NHC 2026, Império da Rainha will feature a special Boi-Bumbá destaque/ highlight (only one) inspired by the magical traditions of northern and northeastern Brazil.
The selected participant will parade with the costume as part of Ala Arraial do Boi Encantado (in front of the ala) and must attend the 29th August rehearsal.
Costume remains property of Império da Rainha and must be returned after Carnival.
PERSON ALREADY SELECTED - HIGHLIGHT POSITION NOT AVAILABLE
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
The soul of the samba school. Fast feet, fierce energy, elegance, and samba no pé. Our passistas represent the rhythm, confidence, and passion that define the Copa do Mundo/ The World Cup.
SOLD OUT ALA
Ala Batida do Funk (Bateria)
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
Where samba meets the streets. This ala fuses traditional bateria power with the energy of funk carioca, celebrating contemporary urban Brasil through rhythm, percussion, and movement. Loud, bold, and impossible to ignore.
You must actively attend our weekly rehearsals and participate as a member of our bateria.
Ala Bloco da Rainha
Ala Ginga da Copa (Passista)
Ala Bloco da Rainha
The people’s bloco. Closing the parade with joy, community, and celebration, Ala Bloco da Rainha brings the spirit of brasilian street carnival to London. Colourful, playful, and full of energy, this ala celebrates togetherness and the 60th Anniversary of Notting Hill Carnival.
Open to everyone - no dance experience needed
Flat shoes for this ala (pumps/ trainers)
Comissão de Frente
Ala Brasil Ancestral
Our opening ritual. Inspired by Capoeira and Maculelê, the Comissão de Frente brings strength, ancestry, rhythm, and movement to the avenue. White costumes, percussion energy, and powerful choreography set the tone for a parade rooted in Afro-Brazilian cultural traditions.
GUEST MACULELÊ PROFESSIONALS - NOT AN OPEN ALA.
Ala Brasil Ancestral
Ala Brasil Ancestral
A tribute to the first peoples of Brasil. This segment honours Indigenous ancestry, native wisdom, and the deep connection between Brazilian identity and the land itself. Through movement, symbolism, and striking visual references, we celebrate cultures that remain alive, powerful, and essential to Brasil today.
ALA NOT OPEN YET
Ala Santos & Orixás
Ala Santos & Orixás
Faith, ancestry, and Brazilian spirituality in motion.
Faith, ancestry, and Brazilian spirituality in motion.
Our Baiana Ala honours the powerful connection between Afro-Brazilian traditions, the Orixás, and Brazilian religious syncretism inspired by Nossa Senhora Aparecida. Flowing skirts, rich fabrics, sacred colours, and symbolic details bring elegance, strength, and devotion to the avenue.
This costume is still a creative canvas — more Orixá-inspired elements and embellishments will be added as the costume develops.
No dance experience needed. The Baiana Ala moves with grace, presence, and collective energy.
This is a highlight position since there are only 3 spots available.
Registration only — costumes remain property of the school.