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  • Suriname viert leven Borger Breeveld met herdenking en ‘Wan Pipel’

    Suriname viert leven Borger Breeveld met herdenking en ‘Wan Pipel’

    On Monday, the South American nation of Suriname will honor the life and enduring legacy of beloved cultural icon Borger Breeveld through a special two-part public tribute titled “Celebrate Borger”, jointly organized by Breeveld’s family and the Office of the President of Suriname. The event will open with a special gathering at the Congreshal, followed by a free public screening of Breeveld’s legendary Surinamese film *Wan Pipel* on Independence Square. Rejecting the structure of a traditional funeral, organizers have designed the occasion to bring the whole Surinamese community together to reflect on Breeveld’s life, decades of work, and unbreakable bond with his home country.

    Friends, family members, colleagues, fellow artists, and any community members who feel connected to Breeveld’s legacy will gather to share tributes through music, personal anecdotes, visual retrospectives, and collective reflection. According to his family, the choice to frame this gathering as a celebration of life aligns perfectly with the attitude Breeveld carried throughout his entire lifetime. “Keep going” was Breeveld’s core personal motto, a principle he held onto even after he relocated to the Netherlands for health reasons in April 2022.

    Even as declining health placed new limitations on his mobility, Breeveld never lost his focus on what he could still accomplish, his family shared. Even during the Owru Yari traditional year-end celebration, he could be found navigating the busy city in his wheelchair, eager to take part in the warmth and energy of community gatherings. He remained active as a working actor even after his move to the Netherlands, taking on roles in two new productions: the feature film *Up the River* and the television series *My House on Mars*. Beyond his on-screen work, he remained a go-to source of wisdom for loved ones and peers, drawing on his extensive first-hand knowledge, sharp memory, and decades of professional and life experience.
    Breeveld left clear instructions for how his remains should be handled after his passing. He specifically requested that his body not be transported back to Suriname for burial; instead, he asked to be cremated in the Netherlands, with his ashes later brought to his home country. His family has honored this wish, and his ashes have already been brought to Suriname.

    Organizers note that this is another reason a celebration of life is far more fitting than a formal, somber farewell. For Breeveld, Suriname was never just a physical location – he carried the nation and its people with him everywhere, even during his years living abroad. The public screening of *Wan Pipel* was chosen specifically to reflect this truth. The film holds a unique, irreplaceable place in Surinamese cinematic history and national culture, and organizers say it offers the community a chance to collectively reflect on Surinamese identity, shared history, and national connection.
    Breeveld’s family has extended an open invitation to people of all ages to attend the tribute on Independence Square. Attendees are invited to bring a paya mat or blanket, as well as a small light source, though open-flame candles are prohibited for safety. The opening gathering at the Congreshal is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m., with the public tribute and screening moving to Independence Square at 7:30 p.m. Entry to the entire event is open to all members of the public free of charge.

  • Suarez Circus settles into Garrison Savannah

    Suarez Circus settles into Garrison Savannah

    After a weeks-long disruption triggered by regulatory questions over its original performance space, the beloved Suarez Brothers’ Circus is set to raise its curtain for opening night Friday at 7 p.m. at its new home: Barbados’ Garrison Savannah. What began as a planned run at The Belle venue came to an abrupt halt earlier this month, when multiple government agencies raised concerns over the process that granted the circus approval to operate at its original site. The regulatory inquiry forced a sudden temporary shutdown and a urgent hunt for a new space that could accommodate the traveling performance group, a search that ultimately led to an agreement with the Barbados Turf Club, which manages the Garrison Savannah.

    In an interview with Barbados TODAY Friday, as crews put the final touches on tent setup, seating arrangements and performance rigging at the new site, circus manager Ivan Suarez confirmed that all regulatory hurdles have been cleared. Representatives from four key government bodies — public health, planning and development, the fire service, and local police — completed a full inspection of the Garrison Savannah site Thursday, and signed off on the venue to allow performances to begin immediately. “Everything went well. They gave us a green light to start today,” Suarez shared in a statement Friday.

    Suarez expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of support from Barbadian audiences throughout the uncertainty, noting that many ticketholders opted to keep their pre-purchased tickets rather than requesting refunds during the shutdown. “We are very grateful for all the people from Barbados because of the support that we get during these days after the shutdown in Belle,” he said. “Some people bought tickets and just held on to them to wait until we had our reopening. We really appreciate that.” He also extended thanks to the Barbados Turf Club, which stepped up to accommodate the circus on short notice despite already being in active preparations for upcoming scheduled horse racing events at the Savannah.

    The only disruption to the new performance schedule comes this Saturday, when pre-planned horse racing will take priority at the venue, forcing the cancellation of the day’s planned show. Starting Sunday, however, regular performances will resume on a fixed schedule: 7 p.m. shows on weekdays, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. performances on Saturdays, and three shows daily at 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Sundays.

    Currently, the Suarez Brothers’ Circus is scheduled to remain in Barbados through September 20, before continuing its Caribbean tour to the Dominican Republic. But Suarez revealed that organizers are in talks to extend their stay on the island and add extra performances for audiences. He also moved to clear up misinformation that spread through other media outlets earlier this week, which claimed he had suggested the circus would never return to Barbados after the regulatory difficulties of this visit. “I never said that we don’t plan to come back,” Suarez clarified. “We don’t know when we’re going to come back, but if we plan to come to Barbados, it will be part of the Caribbean tour.”

    With all preparations complete, Suarez extended an open invitation to audiences across the island to attend the circus during its run at the new venue: “We would like to invite all the people from Barbados to come and enjoy our show during the period that we are going to stay here.”

  • Kes and Buju Banton named honorary Grand Marshals for 2026 New York Caribbean Carnival

    Kes and Buju Banton named honorary Grand Marshals for 2026 New York Caribbean Carnival

    For nearly 60 years, the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA) has been the primary steward of Caribbean cultural celebration in New York, bringing vibrant traditions, music and art to audiences each Labor Day weekend. This year, as the organization prepares for its 59th Annual New York Caribbean Carnival Week and Parade, it has announced a landmark selection for its top honorary role: two of the Caribbean’s most influential contemporary musicians will share the title of Honorary Grand Marshal.\n\nLeading the 2026 celebrations will be Kees Dieffenthaller, frontman of the beloved Trinidadian soca group KesTheBand, and Buju Banton, the globally acclaimed Jamaican reggae and dancehall icon. In an official press release, WIADCA explained that the dual appointment is intentionally aligned with the 2026 carnival theme, “One Caribbean”, which centers on highlighting the enduring cultural connections that bind Caribbean communities, their diaspora populations across North America and beyond, across generational divides, national borders and distinct regional musical traditions.\n\nDieffenthaller has spent his career reshaping the global footprint of soca, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s most iconic modern musical genres. As the lead vocalist and public face of KesTheBand, he has brought the energetic, rhythmic sound of soca to international festival stages and streaming audiences worldwide, all while retaining deep, unbroken ties to his home country’s historic Carnival culture. For his part, Banton has built a decades-long career as one of Jamaica’s most recognizable and respected musical exports, turning his platform into a vehicle to introduce Jamaican and broader Caribbean culture to millions of listeners across every inhabited continent.\n\nWIADCA officials note that the pairing of Dieffenthaller and Banton is more than a celebration of two individual artists—it is a deliberate reflection of the interconnectedness of two foundational Caribbean musical heritages: Jamaica’s world-famous reggae and dancehall traditions, and Trinidad and Tobago’s iconic soca and calypso roots.\n\nIn a statement shared alongside the announcement, the WIADCA Board of Directors expanded on the significance of the selection: “The appointment of Kees Dieffenthaller of KesTheBand and Buju Banton as Honorary Grand Marshals is a powerful representation of what One Caribbean means to us. They have each carried Caribbean music and culture to the world, while remaining deeply rooted in the communities and traditions that shaped them. Their presence at this year’s Labor Day celebrations honors the diversity of our Caribbean heritage while reminding us of the strength we have when we celebrate what unites us.”\n\nIn addition to their leading roles in the annual parade, the two honorees will receive formal recognition at WIADCA’s 59th Annual VIP Breakfast, a key kickoff event for the week of cultural celebrations. The 2026 carnival is produced in formal media partnership with a roster of Caribbean-focused media and cultural entities, including Irie Jam Radio, VP Records, Gargamel Music, Chambers Media Solutions and Schure Media Group. This partnership supports WIADCA’s core mission of expanding access to and celebration of Caribbean cultural heritage for diaspora communities and new audiences alike.

  • ‘Women of Dominica’ film set for first public screening in Miami

    ‘Women of Dominica’ film set for first public screening in Miami

    Six years in the making, first-time documentary filmmaker Farrah La Ronde-Hutchison’s deeply personal project *Women of Dominica* is set to make its world public premiere at the 2026 Urban Film Festival in Miami, Florida, this September.

    Rooted in intergenerational connection and cultural celebration, the documentary centers on 10 Dominican women spanning multiple age groups. Each participant opens up about their personal journeys, unpacking nuanced conversations around what it means to be a woman, Caribbean cultural identity, the power of mentorship, the bonds of sisterhood, and the vital cultural wisdom that passes from older generations to younger ones.

    The idea for the project grew directly out of La Ronde-Hutchison’s own family story. Her own mother, a lifelong cultural steward who has dedicated decades to preserving Dominica’s traditional garment craft, was honored with the island’s prestigious Golden Drum Award in 2019 for her contributions to cultural heritage. On the other side of the generational divide, La Ronde-Hutchison’s daughter is growing up in the United States, navigating and building her own relationship to her Dominican roots.

    “My mother and my daughter were the core inspiration for this film,” La Ronde-Hutchison shared in a statement about the project. “All through my life, women have been my pillars, my support system, and my teachers. I wanted to honor that legacy and pay tribute to those bonds on screen.”

    Beyond its personal origins, the documentary took six years of careful development to complete, with each of the 10 featured women collaborating closely with the filmmaker to verify cultural details and source original archival and personal materials for the production. One of the documentary’s key thematic insights is its framing of mentorship as a reciprocal, two-way exchange: while older women pass down hard-won wisdom, La Ronde-Hutchison emphasizes that younger generations equally have critical, valuable perspectives to share with their elders.

    The Caribbean island nation of Dominica itself acts as a central character in the film, with its lush, iconic landscapes, vibrant Creole cultural traditions, handcrafted traditional clothing, local cuisine, and native music woven throughout each woman’s story. The documentary also turns a thoughtful lens on the remarkable resilience of Dominican women and local communities in the wake of repeated devastating natural disasters that have impacted the island in recent decades.

    La Ronde-Hutchison is far more than a storyteller: a trained environmental scientist, educator, and cultural advocate with over 10 years of hands-on experience working in coastal restoration and sustainability policy, she also founded the Wild Dominica Conservancy, a U.S.-based non-profit organization dedicated to advancing environmental conservation efforts on the island.

    Selected as an official entry for the 2026 Urban Film Festival, *Women of Dominica* will hold its first public screening on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3:05 p.m. in Theater 14 of Silverspot Cinema, located in downtown Miami. General registration to attend the festival is free for all audiences.

  • Zamoni Heads to London for Notting Hill Carnival to Launch “What We Drinking?” European Tour

    Zamoni Heads to London for Notting Hill Carnival to Launch “What We Drinking?” European Tour

    One of Antigua’s most vibrant soca performers, Zamoni, is preparing to cross the Atlantic this month to bring the infectious rhythm of Caribbean culture to European audiences, kicking off his much-anticipated “What We Drinking?” (WWD) European Tour at London’s iconic Notting Hill Carnival. As one of the largest Caribbean cultural celebrations outside of the region, Notting Hill Carnival will serve as the perfect launching pad for Zamoni’s tour, with a full slate of performances scheduled throughout the event starting August 26. During his sets, the artiste will channel the unmatched energy and joyful spirit of his home nation Antigua and Barbuda, introducing new crowds to the authentic sound of Antiguan soca. After wrapping up his run of shows in London, Zamoni will continue his continental tour, heading to central Europe to perform at the Swiss Soca Festival in Switzerland on September 5. This 10-stop tour across multiple European countries is more than just a series of performances for the soca star — it doubles as a global promotional campaign for the upcoming 70th anniversary of Antigua Carnival, one of the Caribbean’s most beloved annual cultural events. Leveraging his international platform and growing fanbase across Europe, Zamoni aims to showcase the depth of Antigua’s rich musical heritage, vibrant cultural traditions, and one-of-a-kind carnival experience to European audiences who may have never experienced Caribbean carnival first-hand. With his hit track “What We Drinking?” serving as the official tour anthem, Zamoni is not just bringing Antigua’s signature positive vibes to European stages — he is also extending a warm invitation to people across the continent and around the world to join in celebrating the milestone 70th Antigua Carnival, experiencing the Caribbean joy and cultural richness that makes the event legendary. For soca fans and cultural enthusiasts across Europe, this tour offers a rare opportunity to connect with authentic Antiguan culture ahead of the landmark anniversary celebration.

  • Antigua Targets More Visitors and Greater Global Exposure for Carnival 2027

    Antigua Targets More Visitors and Greater Global Exposure for Carnival 2027

    In a formal presentation to Antigua and Barbuda’s Cabinet this Wednesday, the national Festivals Commission delivered a comprehensive breakdown of the 2026 Antigua Carnival, highlighting its successful on-budget execution and growing public and industry support, while outlining initial plans for the landmark 70th anniversary celebration set for 2027.

    The commission confirmed that the 2026 festival was fully delivered within its allocated budget of 5.2 million Eastern Caribbean dollars, with all outstanding contractual and operational obligations to participating stakeholders already honored through ongoing coordination between the commission and event partners. Cabinet officials publicly commended the work of the commission’s leadership, staff, performing artists, event promoters, local service providers and every contributing stakeholder for pulling off what they called an outstanding edition of the annual national celebration.

    Key performance metrics from the 2026 event point to clear upward momentum for the festival. Compared to the corresponding events held over the previous three years, the majority of 2026 Carnival shows posted ticket sales growth, reflecting rising public interest in the festival and its evolving entertainment offerings. The positive impacts of this year’s success extended far beyond event venues, rippling through Antigua and Barbuda’s core tourism and service sectors. The commission reported that both international visitor arrivals and visitor participation in official Carnival activities increased year-over-year, with local hotels, small-scale guesthouses and mini-hotels all logging higher occupancy rates than in previous Carnival seasons.

    Cabinet members emphasized that these cross-sector gains underscore the broad economic value that Carnival brings to the nation, benefiting not just entertainment, but also transportation, food and beverage, and a wide range of local small businesses. With the 2026 celebrations wrapped up, focus has now shifted to 2027’s historic milestone: the 70th anniversary of Antigua Carnival. Cabinet has directed the Festivals Commission to launch planning immediately, with a mandate to position the anniversary edition as a major cultural draw for audiences across the nation, the Caribbean region and the globe.

    Specific guidance from Cabinet calls for the development of a packed, engaging full schedule with no gaps in programming, ensuring that both local residents and international visitors have continuous access to diverse activities and entertainment options throughout the entire festival period. Officials have encouraged the commission to build on the operational successes and lessons learned from the 2026 event, and to bring key stakeholders into the planning process at the earliest stage. This early engagement is intended to ensure the 70th anniversary celebration is well-designed, effectively marketed to global audiences, and smoothly executed. Cabinet will receive regular progress updates as preparations move forward, and anticipates that the 2027 milestone will be an unforgettable, historic edition of Antigua’s beloved national festival.

  • Jermaine Jarvis Wins Big in Flow’s Riddim Hour Pop the Balloon Challenge

    Jermaine Jarvis Wins Big in Flow’s Riddim Hour Pop the Balloon Challenge

    In an exciting display of luck and quick reflexes that captivated listeners across the region, Jermaine Jarvis has walked away as the big winner of Flow’s highly anticipated Riddim Hour Pop the Balloon Challenge. The interactive on-air contest, a signature segment of the popular Riddim Hour programming block hosted by Flow, has drawn thousands of participants since its launch, combining musical entertainment with the thrill of a high-stakes game for fans of all backgrounds.

    The challenge, which has become a weekly favorite for radio audiences, works by inviting registered listeners to call in during the designated Riddim Hour slot, where they must correctly identify a snippet of a popular reggae or dancehall riddim before moving on to the main event: popping a virtual balloon to reveal their prize. Jarvis, a long-time fan of the program who has entered the contest multiple times over the past six months, earned his spot in the final draw after correctly identifying a classic 90s dancehall riddim that stumped three other callers before him.

    When he popped his balloon, the grand prize was revealed: a cash reward of $10,000, a year of free mobile service from Flow, and a brand-new home entertainment system worth an additional $2,000. In an interview immediately after his win, an elated Jarvis shared that he had been listening to Riddim Hour every week with his coworkers during their lunch break, and never expected that his persistence would pay off in such a big way.

    Flow’s marketing team has announced that the Riddim Hour Pop the Balloon Challenge will continue through the end of the year, with new prizes added each month to keep the competition fresh for returning and first-time participants. Industry observers note that the interactive contest has been a major success for Flow, boosting listener engagement and growing the brand’s connection with local music communities across the Caribbean. The company has already hinted that future editions of the challenge could include even larger grand prizes as it seeks to maintain its position as a leading supporter of regional riddim and dancehall culture.

  • GBM Newsroom Ranks Among Caribbean’s Best

    GBM Newsroom Ranks Among Caribbean’s Best

    On August 20, 2026, Belize’s media landscape earned a historic milestone at the 37th annual Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) Media Awards held in Georgetown, Guyana, when Greater Belize Media (GBM) secured a dominant haul of regional recognition, cementing its place among the Caribbean’s top news organizations. The ceremony gathered more than 100 media professionals from 13 Caribbean countries and territories, celebrating outstanding work across reporting, production, digital innovation, and visual storytelling. Out of the nine total awards and special mentions earned by Belizean outlets at the event, GBM claimed eight, including five first-place awards and four special mentions.

    The recognition spanned every department of GBM’s newsroom, highlighting consistent excellence across traditional broadcast and emerging digital platforms. One of the most high-profile wins went to reporter Britney Gordon and videographer George Tillett, who took home the top prize in the Child Rights Champion: Investigative Reporting Story category for their hard-hitting investigation, *Special Ed Students Locked Out of School Two Days Straight*. For Gordon, the award is more than a personal honor—it is validation of the critical work local journalists do to amplify underrepresented voices. “I feel very proud and very honored. I think that the award that I won was for a very important cause, dealing with children’s rights, and so it’s a very big accomplishment, not just to me, but the entire team,” Gordon shared in an interview following the ceremony. “It’s certainly validating. We put in a lot of hard work, late nights sometimes, taking work home, early mornings. So just to see that that is recognized regionally, internationally is very rewarding, but the real reward is hearing the feedback from the viewers and seeing how they engage with the content that we produce.”

    Veteran reporter Paul Lopez, who also earned individual recognition for his outstanding work, emphasized that every award won by GBM staff is the product of a collaborative newsroom culture. He noted that individual credits only tell a small part of the story, crediting cameramen, editors, graphic designers, and behind-the-scenes control room staff for the organization’s consistent success. “The team here at Greater Belize Media is really the backbone,” Lopez explained. “Everybody that works in putting together the news product, whether it is the reporters writing the story, it’s the cameramen behind the cameras pressing record and ensuring that the edited package is done to the highest standard; whether it is the graphics team that are ensuring that the stories we put out are visually appealing to our audience or whether it is the behind-the-scenes team in the control room that are ensuring that what viewers see on a day-to-day basis that it runs smoothly. It takes teamwork and it’s a collaborative effort. So while we may be recognized individually on the awards, those names are just a handful of the people that really makes the dream work at GBM.”

    GBM’s success also reflected the shifting landscape of news consumption across Belize, where audiences increasingly turn to digital and social platforms for real-time updates instead of waiting for traditional evening newscasts. That shift earned digital content creator Benita Keme-Palacio the award for Best Social Media Content Creator, a win that also recognizes GBM’s forward-thinking investment in expanding its digital footprint to meet audiences where they are. Keme-Palacio noted that digital content roles in newsrooms have long been overlooked, making the regional recognition particularly meaningful. “I am very honored, I’m grateful and thrilled to really get recognition for this role because it is a role that we often don’t hear that much about when we think of a newsroom in terms of being a content creator in a newsroom,” she said. “What has made a change in need of having a digital team in News 5 is the audience, the change of how people are consuming news. They’re looking at platforms or accessing platforms such as social media and other digital platforms where they can learn more, get educated, get information and all of that.”

    Graphics coordinator Sheena Smith also earned widespread acclaim, taking home three honors including one award and two special mentions for her work on the GBM comedy production *Grinch Steals Christmas at GBM*. Rick Romero won the award for Best Videographer, and joined Smith and Nisa Sanchez to claim a shared award for the same comedy production. Smith shared that even special mentions carried significant weight, as they prove GBM creatives can hold their own against the top talent across the Caribbean. “I think it speaks to the work that we do here at GBM. And I think we all have a passion for what we do at some level, and I think that just having some type of recognition, even if it’s not an award, but it’s still a special mention,” Smith said. “In the beginning of yesterday’s award ceremony, the person who opened it spoke about special mention being just as good as the award, maybe just a few points below. So that made me feel really good knowing that I’m able to compete regionally among the best.”

    Organizers of the CBU Media Awards noted that GBM’s large haul of honors underscores the growing quality and impact of local storytelling in Belize, with the outlet’s work standing out among hundreds of entries from across the region. The awards mark a new high point for GBM, solidifying its reputation as a leader in Caribbean journalism and digital media innovation.

  • Destiny Wagner Resigns from Miss Universe Belize

    Destiny Wagner Resigns from Miss Universe Belize

    In a public announcement dated August 20, 2026, former Miss Universe Belize National Director Destiny Wagner has confirmed her resignation from the role, framing her departure as a stand for personal principles rather than an act of surrender.

    Wagner, who took on the national director position with ambitious goals to foster genuine sisterhood, mutual support, and a tight-knit community across Belize’s pageant industry, says months of growing concerns over institutional leadership, internal communication, and accountability practices ultimately pushed her to step away. After a period of careful deliberation, she concluded that the Miss Universe Belize organization no longer aligned with the core values she brought to the role.

    Though Wagner notes she made meaningful progress toward her initial goals during her tenure, she says that events that unfolded in the wake of the organization’s most recent national pageant forced her to reevaluate her position within the group. At the heart of her criticism is how organizational leadership handled accountability when challenges emerged during the lead-up to the latest competition. Wagner emphasized that strong leadership stands with its team through crises, rather than shifting blame to a single segment of the group while ignoring broader systemic and logistical challenges that shaped the event’s outcome.

    She came forward to publicly defend the hardworking Belizean pageant team, noting that members worked around the clock through significant obstacles and an extremely condensed preparation timeline to deliver a successful competition. According to Wagner, the team overcame unforeseen hurdles, met all critical deadlines, and remained unwaveringly committed to delivering a quality experience for both the country of Belize and the competing delegates.

    Wagner added that the full scope of behind-the-scenes conversations and incidents that led to her resignation has not yet been made public, indicating that she may share more details at a more appropriate time in the future. She leaves the role with a clear conscience, retaining her full support for the delegates who will compete moving forward. She has issued a call to all Belizeans to unite behind Caleigh-Rose, the country’s newly selected Miss Universe Belize representative, as Caleigh-Rose prepares to travel to Puerto Rico for the upcoming international Miss Universe competition.

    While Wagner’s tenure in the national director role for Miss Universe Belize has come to a close, she made clear that her work supporting the growth and development of pageantry in Belize will continue.

  • Forbes Recognition Opens Antigua Carnival to New International Audience

    Forbes Recognition Opens Antigua Carnival to New International Audience

    One of the Caribbean’s most vibrant cultural celebrations, Antigua Carnival, has seen a sharp surge in international interest after prominent business and lifestyle publication Forbes highlighted the event’s one-of-a-kind authentic charm, rich native musical traditions, deep cultural roots, and immersive visitor experience.

    Ambassador Elizabeth Makhoul, chair of the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission, explained that this high-profile recognition opens new doors for the festival, introducing it to global travelers who have never previously considered the Caribbean nation as a top-tier Carnival destination, alongside more widely known celebrations like Rio de Janeiro’s or Trinidad and Tobago’s.

    The timing of this global exposure could not be more favorable, as local organizers have already kicked off early preparations for the “Legendary 70” — the milestone 70th anniversary edition of Antigua Carnival, set to run from July 20 to August 3, 2027. Organizers expect the Forbes feature to drive a notable increase in pre-booking inquiries and tourist attendance for the landmark event.

    In addition to planning the anniversary celebrations, the Festivals Commission is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of the annual Carnival’s event calendar. This review comes in response to a suggestion from Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne, who proposed that several major Carnival events may need to be reordered or rescheduled to improve flow and visitor experience. As of the latest update, no final adjustments have been confirmed, with commission officials noting that they are collecting feedback from stakeholders and attendees before making any formal decisions.