Saint Lucia comes alive from July 1-17 to the sound of Dennery segment, soca, calypso, and steelpan permeating through the streets at the 2024 Lucian Carnival. Fete from dawn till nightfall with the best in local, regional, and international artists, to gear up for the road.
The culture goes on with full parade, with the wit of ole mas, to the colour and splendor of our costumes. There's something for everyone. Saint Lucia Carnival is an experience. It's pure culture, pure vaval, pure vibes!
History of the Carnival
With Ancient Greek roots, the St. Lucia Carnival is a vibrant celebration of color, music and dance. But such parades have decorated history throughout the ages, from the triumphal parades of Imperial Rome to religious processions of Medieval Europe, festivals, now known as carnivals have always been used to mark a special occasions and public celebration.
If we look at the West Indian Carnival, for example, it has roots in Ghanaian and West African traditions, and European carnivals were initially prominent in French-controlled territories, where Catholicism was the dominant faith. But what each celebration has in common is that it will try to involve its audience, and encourage people to join in the festivities.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
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