GREENFORD Carnival in Ravenor Park on Saturday, July 4, signals the start of Ealing Summer Festivals.

The carnival will give residents and visitors a chance to celebrate Greenford’s community spirit with entertainment from local acts Rudy Alba, Bear and The Woods and Sugaspott.

The main stage, hosted by Westside 89.6 FM presenters, will showcase talent from the area, a community choir and DJs. The alternative sports zone will include a boccia court promoting disability sports and awareness.

The families area will have a mini zoo, circus workshop and science experiments while adults are able to take a break in the chill-out zone.

Greenford Carnival runs from midday to 7pm. Entry is £2 per person and children aged 12 and under are free.

A family ticket is £5, which covers entry for two adults and up to three children aged 12-16.

Visit www.ealingsummer.com for performer profiles, venue information, news updates and the full line-up.

Dates for Ealing Summer Festivals 2015:

Ealing Beer Festival – Wednesday to Saturday, July 8-11, Walpole Park

Acton Carnival – Saturday, July 11, Acton Park

Comedy Festival – Thursday to Saturday, July 16-18 and Thursday to Friday July 23-24, Walpole Park

Blues Festival – Saturday to Sunday, July 25-26, Walpole Park

Jazz Festival – Wednesday, July 29 to Sunday, August 2, Walpole Park

London Mela – Sunday, September 6, Gunnersbury Park