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🇱🇨 St Lucia Carnival

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• Location: St Lucia, Castries
• Date: July 10, 2024 · July 17, 2024
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When is the St Lucia Carnival 2024?

What is technically considered the ‘real’ carnival are the two days when the Parade of the Bands, the Road March competition and the Panorama Steelpan Competition take place. This year, what is considered the “real” carnival will take place from July 10 to 17, 2024 . So, if you want to be in St. Lucia for the “main carnival events,” plan your vacation around these days .

But in the month and weeks before the carnival, events and parties are held non-stop. The biggest ones take place in the days before the parades.

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Where is the St Lucia Carnival?

Saint Lucia is a Caribbean Island located in the Eastern Caribbean Sea, in the West Indies . It is a sovereign island country on the boundary with the Atlantic Ocean. St Lucia Carnival generally takes place on the island’s capital Castries , and in its surroundings area like Gros Islet . Exact locations vary according to where different themed parties take place but Reduit Beach, Rodney Bay Marina and Pigeon Island, host a lot of the action.

What is carnival in St Lucia?

St Lucia Carnival previously known as the Lucian Carnival is a lively and vibrant celebration of St Lucia’s rich culture and heritage! This celebration evolved from the islands unique mix of Catholic, Caribbean and African heritage. St Lucia Carnival is when you can experience local culture and its loudest, brightest, rawest and purest!

It is the largest and most important cultural event in Saint Lucia with over 5000 costumed revelers taking part. As well as 30,000 spectators and a television audience of over 60,000. St Lucia transforms into a massive party.

Saint Lucia Carnival is something to behold. The island is filled with the sound of drums, calypso, soca, reggae, banjos, feathers, glitter, beads, sequins and happy people dancing under the sun! Whether you join in the procession or just spectate from the sidelines you are guaranteed to have an amazing time! The celebration was originally held before the start of Lent but was moved to summer so it wouldn’t compete with Trinidad & Tobago Carnival.

How do they celebrate St Lucia Carnival?

Carnival in St Lucia is an vibrant event that can be described as one monumental party! During and in the lead up to carniva l there are parties happening everywhere. Events range from fish fries to jump ups, to rich cultural celebrations and vibrant music festivals. You get to learn all about local culture and heritage, all while having the absolute time of your life!

Carnival is celebrated with lively colorful parades , elaborate costumes , wild fetes , pageants, conga lines, non-stop dancing, mouth-watering street food, awesome entertainment, nightly costumes and free-flowing rum!

St Lucian Fetes 2024

There are also lots of  St Lucia Carnival Parties  that occur during the and in the lead up to the carnival , which are known as  fetes. Fetes  start about a month before  the Grand Parade. The Fetes  features many  Caribbean music  artists and  steelpan  and  soca bands who put on live performances. Please check out the poster below to see all the private parties that will take place this year.

What is the history of St. Lucia Carnival?

Like numerous other Caribbean Islands, St Lucia Carnival was the result of the Afro-European influence in the region. The celebrations were traditionally held before Lent, which was meant to be a period of feasting and celebrating before the onset of Catholic Lent, a time of sacrifice.

In 1999 it was moved to summer to avoid competing with much larger Trinidad and Tobago Carnival .  St Lucia’s carnival continues to get more popular with every passing year, attracting visitors from around the world!

St Lucia Parade of the Bands

What is playing mas? If you are not familiar with celebrating Caribbean Carnival, you can either be a spectator and watch the  parades , or you can join in! When you choose to join in it is called  playing mas ! The Bands compete against each other to win the title off best Mas Band .  

5000 costumed revelers will compete in the St Lucia P arades . It is a colorful, vibrant and energetic spectacle. The  masquerades  are dressed in the most colorful  costumes  that are adorned with feathers, jewels, headdresses and wings. The  soca  pumps loud and everyone dances the day away.  

If you want to  play mas  you have to join a  masquerade band.  If you want to have the ultimate Caribbean Carnival experience, we suggest that you play mas! Carnival Monday is the day that you wear your carnival costume and on Carnival Tuesday you can wear whatever you like when marching!  

St Lucia Carnival Bands!

How to choose a Mad Band for St Lucia Carnival? That’s a difficult decision because you have so many good options.  Maybe you will select your band  based on their  costumes  as they all pick a theme and design their costumes around that theme. So, you may just fall in love with some of the costumes .

Obviously, money can be a big factor when choosing which mas band to choose. So check them out and do some research to find out which mas band you think will enhance your carnival experience!

• Just 4 Fun Carnival Band will have selected “Phobeia” as their theme. Check them out https://just4funcarnival.com/
• Xuvo Carnival have selected “her Majesty” as their theme. Check them out here http://xuvocarnival.com/
• Legends Carnival have selected “Veni Vidi Vici” as their theme. Check them out here http://legends-carnival.com/
• Asari Tribe have selected “Les Perdus” as their theme. Check them out here https://www.asaricarnival.com/costumes
• Taboo Carnival have selected “Wu Zing” as their theme.
• Fuzion Mas have selected “butterfly effect” as their theme. Check them out here http://www.fuzionmas.com/
• Red Unlimited have selected “Persia” as their theme. Check them out here http://redunlimited.net/
• Island Tribe selected “big bang” as their theme. Check them out here http://www.islandtribeslu.com/

St Lucia Pre-Opening Fest

In the lead up to the parades there are loads of carnival celebrations and festivities occurring. There are lots of evening concerts to enjoy but one of the most highly anticipated carnival pre-parties is the a huge street party called “ Color Me Red ”. It is a public street party and everyone must wear red!

St Lucia Carnival J’ouvert

The carnival action in St Lucia officially begins with J’ouvert which is the opening street party, that begins before dawn! Yes, it actually does, in fact the word J’ouvert stems from the French word for day break. It is a spontaneous celebration where carnival-goers get covered head to toe in mud, body paint, powder or foam. There are loads of fun, dancing and music in true St Lucian style!

Music is at the heart and soul of St Lucia Carnival ! During Carnival Soca , Calypso and Steelpan music reign supreme. Local Artists will create awesome musical tracks just for carnival. St Lucia Carnival music is varied and apart from soca you will hear reggae, zouk, bouon, Afrobeats and soukous.

St Lucia Carnival Tips!

• Learn to wine! “ Wining ” is a local term that refers to a style of dance. This dance move is a rotational swaying of the hips . Have a look on YouTube if you are unfamiliar or want to learn how, because people will be wining all over carnival .
• Leave your valuables at home and just bring cash, but bring enough cash to pay for food and drinks throughout the day as you won’t be able to use cards anywhere.
• Stay Hydrated! Because it is hot and you will be dancing the day away under the Caribbean sun which can create a bad scenario when combined with alcohol consumption.
• Wear light clothing because the weather will often have heavy but short-lived downpours and you want to dry off quickly!
• Where good comfortable shoes! Because you will be on your feet all day!
• Arrive early to find a good spot along the parade route to watch the Parade of the Bands , as there will be big crowds.
• For the Carnival Pageant head to the area in front of the Castries craft market

How to get to St Lucia

There are two airports in Saint Lucia . Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) is located in Vieux Fort, which is about 40 miles south of Castrie s, the capital city of St Lucia . George F.L. Charles Airport is a smaller inter-island airport that is located just outside Castries .

How to get around St Lucia

We recommend taking a taxi because driving on St. Lucia’s unmarked, bad roads is quite challenging! You can rent a car but it is for the most adventurous.

Taxis drivers receive special training that allows them to also serve as guides so you can enjoy your taxi ride! Taxis are unmetered but the government has fixed tariffs for all standard trips, so ask how much before you ride and what currency they accept US or Eastern Caribbean Dollars.

Where to stay in St. Lucia

St Lucia is known for having some of the best hotel and resorts in the Caribbean . So of-course that means that a lot of the accommodation is quite expensive, but you do have accommodation catering for all budgets and levels of comfort!  

St Lucia Carnival mainly takes place near the Rodney Bay/Gros Islet area of the island. Around 80% of the events taking place at Pigeon Pint .

Check out some of the best offers on accommodation for your visit to St Lucia , or anywhere in the world, here.

What to do and see in St Lucia

St Lucia is a little piece of paradise! It is blessed with incredible nature, geographic and cultural riches! The island has stunning dramatic scenery most recognized by the island’s twin Pitons – the seaside mountains. It also has a simmering volcano and lush rainforest. St Lucia is home to the most down to earth place, friendly and hospitable locals.

You must visit Rodney Bay which is a beautiful bay in the North. In the South visit Soufriere which is a gorgeous region of old plantations, hidden beaches, and the geographic wonder of the photogenic Pitons.

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Seeing St. Lucia from the sea is a must.  The magic of the coast-line takes your breath away and lets you appreciate nature at its best.  What is even more interesting is that you may just be accompanied by playful dolphins as they sail south from Rodney Bay to Soufriere while on your sea excursion.  While on our spacious Catamarans you can enjoy plenty seating with enough room to move around and enjoy the scenery from different vantage points.  There is also room for dancing and if you so desire the twin hulls at the front of the Catamaran offer the luxury of sunbathing under the blue skies.

Sunset Cruise

For the ultimate lovers experience, book your own private yacht where you will experience the west coast of St. Lucia in all its serenity.  The most beautiful sunsets are seen in the Caribbean and St. Lucia is no exception. 

We set sail along the west coast of the island and you should ensure to take in every breath-taking moment as you will surely need your cameras nearby to capture the memories.  From turtles, to whales to dolphins one or at least all of these creatures from nature may just be sailing along with you. 

Half Day Charters

If you’re the type who enjoys being on the open waters you can charter your own private sailing yacht for a half day cruise from our flagship catamaran or our classic monohull.  On this charter you will experience the views on the west coast of St. Lucia from the ocean.

While on this trip you will experience the black sand beach of Anse Cochon, take in the breath-taking views of the world-famous Pitons, enjoy Lovers beach, Sugar beach and Marigot Bay. To cater to your needs better we offer you a choice from two different half-day trips.

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Land & Sea Combo to Soufriere

Get a great look at St. Lucia's lush green mountains, banana valleys, rain forests, fishing villages and the town of Soufriere on this combination excursion. Begin with a one and a half hour motor coach drive through Castries and on to Soufriere where you'll see the Pitons majestically rising more than 2,500 feet above the sea. Continue on to visit the Botanical Gardens and Diamond Mineral Waterfall for a guided tour and then proceed to Soufriere Bay where you will board your sail or engine powered catamaran. Enjoy a Creole lunch aboard your catamaran while cruising to a picturesque secluded bay. Finally, stop at a beautiful beach for swimming on the way back.

• The minimum age to attend this tour is 4 years old.
• Buffet lunch and beverages are included.
• Sequence of the tour may vary.
• Guests may be requested to remove shoes upon boarding.
• Domestic beers are available for purchase.
• The drive to Soufriere has over winding and bumpy roads. Tour durations may be extended as a result. Bring bathing suit and towel for beach time.
• This excursion may operate in reverse (sea portion first) and in such a case lunch will be served in the restaurant instead.
• Guests must be able to swim 50 -100 ft from the catamaran to the bay.

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Dates : July 11th –July 18th 2024

St Lucia C arnival 2024

Female Package P ric e: $4,070 USD per person

Male Package P ric e: $3,690 USD per person.

Deposit - $5 0 0 USD Per Person

Accommodati on

Welcome to the beautiful LeeLa Plantation Villa and cottage. This elevated property offers beautiful sunsets overlooking Rodney Bay, the Marina & Pigeon Island. Breakfast included on select days.

Airport Transfers and Ground Transpo rtation

Pick-up from and drop-off is available to and from both airports on the island. We arrange daily transportation from your accommodation to the events on your itinerary in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles.

**Please note should you wish to travel to and from events outside of CP scheduled time frame you will be expected to make your own travel arrangements at your own expense.

Flights are not included.  Should you like assistance with finding flights we will be happy to help. 

Carnival Costume

Costumes are basic backline costumes . Costume pickup and delivery are included. Costumes are for Carnival Monday ONLY.

Carnival Tuesday wear is not included.

**Upgrades for Carnival Monday can be made subject to availability at an additional cost.

Carnival Glam

Makeup will be provided by Carnival Glam Hub . Included is a Full face beat – Lashes, Gems, glitter. Allinclusive Bar, and Dressing Room available Carnival Glam Hub’s location. Carnival glam is for Carnival Monday ONLY.

**Carnival Glam available on Carnival Tuesday subject to availability at an additional cost.

St. Lucia Mineral and Mud Baths, Volcano, Majestic Pitons and Waterfall: 8 hours

Spend your day relaxing at St. Lucia Mineral and Mud Baths with the Toraille Waterfall Experience. First, go to Sulphur Springs, the hot sulfuric black water pools and mud baths. Then, enjoy your time at the Mineral Baths and Toraille Waterfall. Tour the west side of the island, visiting Soufrière hearing all about its history. Lunch Included*

**Tours are subject to change due to weather. A schedule will be provided closer to the date.

Gros Islet Friday Night Lime

The Gros Islet street party also known as Saint Lucia’s most famous “jump-up”— has taken place weekly for more than 50 years. Every Friday night starting at sunset, the residents of Gros Islet fire up their barbecues, ice down the Piton beer, set up table-top bars in the streets, and get ready to welcome thousands of enthusiastic revelers to the colorful fishing town’s narrow streets. Arts and crafts vendors lay out their stalls, and the town center becomes DJ central, as a giant sound system cranks up.

**Drinks and food are not included.

Catamaran Sunset Cruise: 2 hours

As we say goodbye to St. Lucia, watch the sunset from the deck of a spacious catamaran. Complimentary Drinks and Hors d’Oeuvres included.

**Tours are subject to change due to weather. A schedule will be provided closer to the date

Fete Tickets

4 Fete tickets included:

Escape All Inclusive

MESS - J’ouvert – All Inclusive

Remedy – Cooler beach fete (cash bar available)

Indulgence Breakfast Party – All Inclusive

**Fetes are subject to change depending on the published fete schedule by St. Lucia. Additional fetes may be added subject to availability at an additional cost. Transportation for fetes outside of CP schedule are also at the expense to the masqueraders.

St. Lucia Carnival Payment Plan

Deposit: $500 USD due at booking.

Final Payment due on or before June 10, 2024

Carnival Pursuit provides you with a flexible payment plan making it super easy and affordable to book your St. Lucia Carnival experience. Your $400 USD deposit is due upon booking followed by equal monthly installments to be paid no later than June 10, 2024.

Any bookings made on or after April 10, 2024 must be paid in full.

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[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Queen of the Carnival, Carnival Sailing’s newest addition, was launched on January 14th. A special launch event was held to officially introduce the one-of-a-kind custom-built luxury day charter catamaran to the public, where representatives from Carnival Sailing shared with specially invited guests some of the key features of the custom-designed vessel.

“This awesome catamaran has no expense spared on the quality and comfort of your experience,” General Manager Peter Byrne expressed, adding that the boat is “perfect for weddings and corporate events”.

Queen of the Carnival is 70ft long and was designed and built by Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing in Cape Town, South Africa. From there the catamaran was shipped to Tortola. With a team of four members: Peter Byrne, Carnival Sailing General Manager, Chan Richards, Carnival Sailing Captain, Simon Handley and Armani Smith from Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing, the vessel sailed from Tortola to Saint Lucia in forty-four hours on January 12th.

When asked what led to the decision for the new addition, GM Peter Byrne stated, “Carnival Sailing has been the leading catamaran provider for many years and, over the past few years, we have been upgrading our product, giving our clients unforgettable experiences in Saint Lucia and offerings exclusive to Carnival Sailing. “We tailor our packages to suit your needs, from food and beverage packages, on-board chefs, entertainment from steel pan to international artists; and large group packages to exclusive high-end private charters, Carnival Sailing offers it all.”

The Queen of the Carnival will host all existing Carnival tours. The company says large bookings can now sail on the same boat, whereas in the past large groups were split over two boats. There will also be local boat rides at the weekend.

The luxurious Queen of the Carnival reaches 19–20 knots, just under the power of its two large 315 Yanmar horsepower engines and large Cummings generator. This vessel can arrive at Soufriere dock from Ganters Bay, Castries in forty-five minutes compared to the hour and a half usually taken by similar boats.

At the launch event Prime Minister Allen Chastanet sent out his congratulations: “To have this boat licensed in such a quick time is not that somebody chased paper, it’s the fact that Peter from the get-go included Mr. Alexander and SLASPA in the design of the boat. This is an example for both the private sector and public sector moving forward in terms of what they have to do to achieve. As Prime Minister and a person very keen on tourism, I am so excited for seeing the upgrade of this product.”

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