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Antigua Carnival, A celebration of colour and revelry
Ask any resident of Antigua about their favourite time of year, and you’re likely to hear one resounding answer: carnival season. And any visitor lucky enough to be in the twin islands at the tail end of July or at the start of August would readily confirm this statement.
Although it took a short hiatus in 2020, it wasn’t until this year, 2023, that the Carnival regained its true spirit – and was bigger, better and brighter than ever!
The Antigua Carnival may have had humble beginnings since its official inception in 1957, but today, it is known as the greatest summer festival in the Caribbean. This year’s celebrations drew tens of thousands of joyful participants from across the region and beyond – a testament to its allure and popularity.
