Dirty mas bands first started back in the early 1800s with the emancipation of slavery in the Caribbean. In recent times they have developed into commercial entities and become a predominant element in Carnival celebrations around the globe.
Dirty Mas is, as its name suggests, a messy celebration in which you’re going to get covered in chocolate, mud, paint, powder and oil. It’s colourful, but it’s definitely not pretty mas!
Here are some of the bands that will be on the road for Notting Hill Carnival Sunday 27 August 2022, although be aware that some may be sold out or getting close to that point. If you wish to take part then there is no harm in trying to see if you can get on board with one of these packages.
Abir Mas
Theme: Jumbie
Cost: All-inclusive package £100
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Candy Mas
Theme: Déjà Vu 2022
Cost: Carnival Sunday £20-£55
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Chocolate Nation
Theme: Chocoholics
Cost: Carnival Sunday £30+
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Colours Carnival
Theme: Wave of Colours
Cost: T-shirt & monokini £90 each
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Island Mas UK
Theme: Luminous
Cost: Starts from £50
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Karnival Mania
Theme: Simply Karnival
Cost: £95 (T-shirts only)
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Lagniappe
Theme: 2 Splashes
Cost: Starts from £75
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Omnia Carnival
Theme: Kai: “We are the Warriors and Protectors of the Sea”
Cost: £150
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UCOM Carnival
Theme: Release the Bacchanal
Cost: T-shirt starts from £25
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TT Mudders
Theme: TT Mudders for Mudda Earth
Cost: £23 – £52
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