Get ready for the vibrant and colorful Sugar Mas 2024-2025 carnival season in St. Kitts & Nevis! This year’s carnival is packed with exciting events, from traditional folklore and parades to high-energy parties and pageants. To make sure you catch all the highlights, we’ve put together a simple, easy-to-follow calendar with all the dates you need.
Bookmark this guide to stay up-to-date and plan your carnival experience!
November 2024 – Sugar Mas Kickoff
- Saturday, November 25
Sugar Mas Awards
Opening ceremony to honor contributors to St. Kitts & Nevis Carnival. - Friday, December 1
SKELEC Power Soca Monarch Eliminations
Start of the Soca Monarch competition.
December 2024 – Countdown to Carnival
- December 2-3 (Sat-Sun)
Senior Calypso Monarch Eliminations
Calypsonians compete for a spot in the finals. - December 4-7 (Mon-Thu)
In the Spirit of Christmas
A week of Christmas festivities and cheer. - Friday, December 8
Festive Friday
Celebrate with music and entertainment. - Sunday, December 10
Junior Calypso Show
A showcase of young calypso talent. - Wednesday, December 13
Minister’s Cocktail Reception
A formal gathering hosted by the Minister of Culture. - Thursday, December 14
Senior Calypso Monarch Semi-Finals
Finalists battle for a place in the grand finale.
December 2024 – Carnival Begins
- Friday, December 15
Opening of National Carnival
Official start of Sugar Mas 2023-2024. - Saturday, December 16
Ties and Tiaras Family Gala
A family-friendly event for all ages. - Sunday, December 17
Sugar Mas Rock the Runway
A glamorous fashion show celebrating Caribbean style. - Tuesday, December 19
Miss Teen St. Kitts & Nevis Pageant
Young contestants compete for the Miss Teen title. - Wednesday, December 20
Folklore Galore
Experience traditional folklore and cultural displays. - Thursday, December 21
Soca Monarch Finals
The high-energy Soca Monarch competition finale!
December 2024 – Peak Carnival Events
- Friday, December 22
Love Fest Pure Bliss
A lively night filled with music and celebration. - Saturday, December 23
Midnight Escape Street Festival
Street festival celebrating local arts and culture. - Sunday, December 24
Boozy Brunch & Boat Ride
Start Christmas Eve with festive gatherings and a boat party. - Tuesday, December 26
J’ouvert
A pre-dawn street party and a carnival highlight! - Wednesday, December 27
Panorama Competition
Steel pan bands compete in this exciting showcase. - Thursday, December 28
Miss St. Kitts & Nevis Queen Pageant
See contestants compete for the title of Carnival Queen. - Saturday, December 30
National Junior Carnival Parade
A colorful parade featuring the youth of St. Kitts & Nevis. - Sunday, December 31
New Year’s Eve Gala
Ring in the New Year with a gala celebration.
January 2025 – Grand Finale
- Monday, January 1
Grand Carnival Parade
Celebrate the New Year with the biggest parade of the season! - Tuesday, January 2
Last Lap Parade
The final parade to close out Sugar Mas 2023-2024. - Friday, January 5
Jou-Rade
A unique jouvert-style parade to end the carnival season.
Plan Your Sugar Mas Experience!
This calendar covers all the major events for Sugar Mas 2024-2025. Whether you’re here for the parades, the music, or the pageantry, there’s something for everyone in St. Kitts & Nevis this carnival season.
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