If you’re looking for underrated Caribbean Carnivals (that sometimes don’t make Top 10 lists)…
Here’s a list of where you can experience the vibes and energy of a carnival parade mixed with the authentic and unique traditions of the islands. Add these underrated Caribbean Carnivals to add to your bucket list.
A List of Underrated Caribbean Carnivals For 2025
Sugar Mas/St Kitts-Nevis Carnival (Dec 13th, 2024 – Jan 2nd, 2025)
One of the first Caribbean Carnivals of the year is held in Saint Kitts & Nevis. Yes… you’re ringing in the New Year and January 2nd on the road. Held in Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Nevis – Sugar Mas is unlike any Caribbean Carnival you’ve experienced.
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Dominica/Mas Domnik (March 3rd & 4th, 2025)
Mas Domnik (dubbed The Real Mas) is held on the beautiful isle of Dominica can boast of weeks, sometimes months of revelry counting down to Carnival Monday & Tuesday. Characterized by it’s infectious Bouyon music, live bands and livelier people- its a unique way to celebrate Caribbean people and their culture.
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Vincy Mas (June 27th – July 8th, 2025)
Vincy Mas is One summer carnival that definitely lives up to it’s tagline. The Hottest Caribbean Carnival – occurs right smack dab in the middle of summer in beautiful Kingstown, Saint Vincent & The Grenadines. Check out their t-shirt bands and costume bands like Oxygen Mas or Mirage Carnival.
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Cay Mas (June 28th – July 7th, 2025)
Held in the beautiful Georgetown, Cayman Islands – you can choose to come for just the parade and festivities. Or mix it up and see the the beautiful sun, sand and seas along with Caribbean rhythms and culture.
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Antigua Carnival (July 25th – August 5th, 2025)
The only Caribbean Carnival that has 3 days of mas held in the beautiful Saint John’s, Antigua & Barbuda. It is a perfect mix of culture and relaxation. It starts with T-shirt mas the last Saturday of July and continues with events like Panorama, Party Monarch, fetes and more. If you want to jump in a troupe – check out Insane Carnival for amazing costumes and even better vibes.
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