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There are now nine weeks to go until Carnival Culture Unbound – a powerful, first-of-its-kind international celebration of Carnival arts, African heritage, and global Diaspora culture! We are working hard to put the finishing touches on our week-long celebration which will take place 23-29th June at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in partnership with Global Carnivalz. “After a successful planning trip to Trinidad where we secured a number of incredible speakers such as Gypsy, Dr Liverpool and Ainsley King, we are feeling confident and excited about Carnival Culture Unbound! Myself, our president Henry and the whole team have high hopes for…

Rio Carnival 2025 is fast approaching and is estimated to bring one million revellers from all over the world to enjoy the pulsating sounds of the Samba. It will take place from Friday 28th Feb to Saturday 8th March across the Brazilian city of Rio de Janero.

An unforgettable road experience is promised this year at London’s Notting Hill Carnival with the reveal of its official parading bands.

Pan Trinbago has been keeping the energy high with an array of recent thrilling events including the National Medium Conventional Bands Finals which took place on Sunday, February 23 at the Dwight Yorke Stadium in Tobago.

Consultant, Editor, and Small Business Owner – Brooklyn, New York Michael Roberts is a long-standing and valued member of the World Carnival Commission (WCC), where he plays a crucial role in shaping organizational strategies and overseeing media initiatives. With over 15 years of experience as a top small business consultant and political campaign strategist, Michael has led successful campaigns at the city, state, and federal levels. His expertise extends to publishing and journalism, where he is a recognized and award-winning author. His work delves deeply into socio-economic and political challenges facing the United States, with a particular focus on New…

Before specialising in carnival and writing the Arts Council’s National Carnival Arts Strategy, Pax was responsible for, cultural diversity, festivals, combined arts, new technology, circus and street arts in the Arts Council where he worked for ten years till June 2006. He is currently Combined Arts Services Artistic Director, St Paul’s Carnival (Artistic Director), World Carnival Commission in Canada (Vice President), National Carnival Bands Association in Trinidad (International Consultant). Wales Arts Council and Arts Council England’s Decibel Showcase and International Symposium (National Advisor). He has worked with Capital Lottery as the consultant organisation health checker. Consultant for; UK Centre for…

After moving to Toronto, Canada, from Trinidad and Tobago in 1968, HENRY LEWIS ANTOINE became an active participant and leader in the social and cultural life of the growing and dynamic Caribbean community in Toronto Canada. Soon his pioneering spirit led him to forge strong links with Caribbean immigrants living in other industrialized nations outside of the Caribbean region. To this end he was soon speaking to cultural counterparts in the United States and Europe. He participated in the first ever calypso competition held as part of the Caribana Carnival celebrations at the Maple Leaf Gardens in 1971. Mr. Antoine…

For nearly five decades, Shirley Shillingford has dedicated her life to serving the City of Boston in a wide range of impactful roles. Her unwavering commitment to community and advocacy has made her a recognized leader, not only in Boston but across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and beyond, especially in cities with a strong carnival culture. Her passion for making a difference is matched by her enduring political involvement over the past 47 years, particularly within the Democratic Party. Her journey with the Boston Carnival began in 1990 when she was elected President, serving until 1993. After a brief hiatus,…

Trinidad & Tobago’s Panorama 2025 has been taking the spotlight with its latest season, crowning winners of three categories so far, including Single Pan Band and Small Conventional Band. Kicking off with preliminaries last November, Steelbands having been bringing boundless energy and musical brilliance, hoping for glory at finals which will finish in early March. In December, San Juan East Side Symphony took the glory as the top Single Pan Band performing ‘The Guns’. They were followed closely by Chord Masters Steel Orchestra and Metro Stars Steel Orchestra, respectively. In the category of Small Conventional Band, ‘Rain-o-Rama’ was the song…

Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is more than just an event; it’s a dazzling celebration of culture, color, and joy that enchants millions. Aside from being the world’s biggest party, its stunning costumes and electric energy, the carnival is famous for its captivating samba parades thanks to the city’s impressive samba schools. Top Samba Schools in the 2025 Rio Carnival The samba schools that participate in the Rio Carnival are celebrated for their artistic brilliance and dynamic performances. In 2025, some of the standout samba schools to look out for include Mangueira, Beija-Flor, and Portela. Each school brings its own…