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Trinidad & Tobago Carnival

The 'mother of all carnivals' that seeded Notting Hill, Caribana and Miami.

Port of Spain, Trinidad · Feb 16-17 2026 (Carnival Mon & Tue)

WHY IT MATTERS

The 'mother of all carnivals' that seeded Notting Hill, Caribana and Miami.

THE NIGHT

What you’re here for

  • J'ouvert pre-dawn
  • fetes
  • Socadrome/Savannah stage
BASE CAMP

Where to stay

  • Port of Spain hotels
  • book a year ahead
BETWEEN IT ALL

What to eat

  • Doubles
  • bake and shark at Maracas Beach
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Know before you go

  • Join a mas band 3-6 months ahead; fetes ticket separately
  • Carnival Mon & Tue
QUICK ANSWERS

The practical bits

when is trinidad carnival 2027

Typically Feb 16-17 2026 (Carnival Mon & Tue). Next edition: February 2027. Check the dates before booking.

how to join a mas band

The 'mother of all carnivals' that seeded Notting Hill, Caribana and Miami. Typically Feb 16-17 2026 (Carnival Mon & Tue).

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