Floats are being prepared, dancers are rehearsing and everybody is hoping for a sunny bank holiday weekend - that's right, it can only be Notting Hill Carnival.
Europe's biggest street festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year as it runs from August 24 to 25.
We are taking a look back at last year's festivities to give those who have not been, a flavour of what is to come. And for those who may have had a Red Stripe too many last year, here is a reminder of how great it was.
London's Afro-Caribbean communities have been celebrating their culture and traditions with the two-day festival since 1966 and this year you can expect it to be even bigger and better.
Live music from all over the world, steel bands and floats will be entertaining the crowds as they munch on jerk chicken and sip a fresh coconut.
Getwestlondon will be running a series of pieces in the run-up to the famous carnival. Expect useful tips such as how to get there, the carnival route and which are the best places to watch from, as well as how to cook traditional Caribbean food and a plethora of photos from the last 47 years.
