The UK Centre for Carnival Arts (UKCCA) organised a parade through the town centre, with more than 1,200 taking part, before making its way to the park.
Organisers have estimated that around 15,000 people turned up to mark the milestone anniversary.
Executive producer of the Luton International Carnival, Steve Pascal (known as Pascal), said: “All the communities in Luton were represented, and we had a really decent offer.
“In terms of entertainment value, family value… it just hit everyone.”
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We managed to get plenty of snaps of people in their best costumes, scroll through and see if you can spot yourself.
9. 50th Luton International Carnival
Young people wore bright costumes during the parade. Photo: Jane Russell
10. 50th Luton International Carnival
The dancers were giving it their all. Photo: Jane Russell
11. 50th Luton International Carnival
The town came out to mark the occasion with music. Photo: Jane Russell
12. 50th Luton International Carnival
This man wore a costume representing the hats of the town, with nods to Vauxhall and the Windrush Generation. Photo: Jane Russell