Set your alarms because Lucian Carnival’s J’Ouvert kicks off at 4 AM and it’s a celebration like no other! The term J’Ouvert comes from the French term jour ouvert, meaning “daybreak”. This pre-dawn revelry kicks off at 4 AM, setting the stage for the parade of the bands with a high-energy explosion of music, dance, and cultural expression.
Expect to be covered in paint, powder, mud, or whatever else the road throws your way, because J’Ouvert isn’t just about partying, it’s about letting loose and embracing the madness. The streets come alive with pumping soca beats, trucks rolling through the city, and revelers dancing under the early morning sky. Many J’Ouvert bands offer t-shirts and drinks-inclusive packages, so you can jump into the action fully prepared!
J’Ouvert is also your first glimpse of ‘Ole Mas’ costumes; a throwback to the satirical and theatrical roots of Carnival. With pulsating soca beats, and a sea of color and chaos, J’Ouvert is the perfect way to let loose and welcome Carnival in true Lucian style!