Island Festivals

Barbados

Grand Kadooment! This carnival showcases large bands with persons dressed in elaborate costumes to portray various themes.  Designers compete for the coveted Designer of the Year prize while the revelers seem more intent on having a good time! The revelers make their way to Spring Garden area accompanied by the energetic rhythms of calypso music. When they reach Spring Garden, the party continues with more fantastic music, lots of food and drink; for some a quick swim at the nearby beach.

St. Lucia

Jour Ouvert street jump up is a wild affair involving loud pulsating soca and calypso music and dancing in the streets of Castries.  Revelers are free to wear whatever they wish, and are usually judged for the best, weirdest outfit (referred to as Ole Mas).

Trinidad and Tobago

Carnival in Tobago is linked directly with Trinidad’s carnival. With its massive masquerade bands, spectacular costumes, pulsating music and unparalleled stamina for partying, Trinidad's Carnival is often described as the greatest show on earth. It is a time for release and everyone is invited to join the party.

Grenada

Grenada Carnival, famous for its color, creativity and unique cultural character, which are one of the island’s biggest annual festivals. Each parish features its own brand of traditional costume or mas’, and many have activities.

Antigua

Antigua Carnival where beautiful, colorful, convoluted costumes are prepared.  Carnival conclude in a massive street party called J’ouvert (meaning day break), the dancing literally doesn’t end ‘til morning.