What events are on for Trinidad Carnival?
Key dates & guides
National Panorama Finals 2027: Saturday February 6
Feb 6, 2027
Panorama large-band finals for Trinidad Carnival 2027 are listed for Saturday February 6 at Queen’s Park Savannah.
Trinidad J’ouvert 2027: Pre-dawn Monday, February 8
Feb 8, 2027
J’ouvert opens Trinidad Carnival 2027 before dawn on Monday February 8 with paint, mud and powder on the streets of Port of Spain.
Events & Fetes (35)
Fete season
Carnival week
Costumes
Yuma Trinidad Carnival 2027: Ferocious costumes
Yuma Ferocious for Trinidad Carnival 2027, the 2027 costume sections and how to register.
Tribe Trinidad Carnival 2027: Elysia costumes
Tribe Elysia for Trinidad Carnival 2027, the 2027 costume sections and how to register.
Past Costumes
News
Plan Trinidad Carnival week 2027: what to book first
Booking order for Trinidad Carnival 2027 — costume deposits, hotels near Port of Spain, then flights for February 8–9.
Trinidad 2027 band launches live: Tribe, Bliss, Spirit, Yuma
Four major Trinidad Carnival 2027 bands have launched their costumes: Tribe Elysia, Bliss Horizon, Spirit LORE and Yuma Ferocious.
Questions about Trinidad Carnival
When is Trinidad Carnival 2027?
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Trinidad Carnival 2027 is on February 8 – 9, 2027 (Carnival Monday and Tuesday), the two days before Ash Wednesday, Wednesday, Feb 10, 2027.
How much is a costume for Trinidad Carnival?
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Band listings for 2027 range from about US$780–US$1,559 per costume, depending on band, section and frontline or backline. Deposits are usually due on registration.
What is J'ouvert?
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J'ouvert ("daybreak") is the pre-dawn street party that opens carnival, with paint, mud and powder. In 2027 it is on Monday, Feb 8.
Where should I stay for Trinidad Carnival?
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Popular areas are Port of Spain (Queen's Park Savannah), Woodbrook, St. James. Book early; rooms sell out months ahead.
How do I join a mas band?
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Pick a band and section, register on the band's website and pay the deposit. Your package usually includes the costume, drinks and food on the road, and security.
Sources: Visit Trinidad · Tribe · Bliss · Spirit · Yuma
