Press Releases

July 14, 2025
Pantime Steel Orchestra Captures Republic Bank Panorama Title & Jesse Nurse Captures Panorama Soloist Title
Pantime Steel Orchestra claimed top honours at the Republic Bank Panorama Competition 2025, with their powerful and patriotic rendition of “Damn Proud Lucian” by Sly. Their […]
July 14, 2025
Junior Carnival 2025 Culminates with Colourful Parade of the Bands
The streets of Castries came alive for the 2025 Junior Carnival parade with vibrant colour, youthful energy, and cultural pride on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Nine […]
July 13, 2025
Dezral Captures Second Crown for the 2025 Season as Calypso King
After an extremely competitive night of calypso, Dezral has once again emerged victorious, reclaiming the title of champion at the 2025 Calypso Monarch competition. This marks […]
July 12, 2025
 “Warning” and “The Car” Capture 2025 Soca Monarch Titles
The 2025 Groovy and Power Soca Monarch competition was packed with excitement as 20 artists competed for a chance to win the 2025 Soca Monarch Title. […]
July 11, 2025
Saint Lucia Workers Credit Union Reclaims Inter-Commercial Calypso Crown
Erny J from the Saint Lucia Workers Credit Union recaptured the title of Inter-commercial House champions with his performance of “Monkey See, Monkey Do” a social […]
July 10, 2025
D’Vibes Celebrates Authentic Saint Lucian Sounds with All-Star Dennery Segment Lineup
The inaugural D’Vibes, has set a new standard for cultural celebration during Lucian Carnival 2025, delivering an unforgettable night that honored the roots, and the rise […]
July 7, 2025
National Panorama Competition Returns in Full Force This Sunday
The stakes are high as Saint Lucia’s finest steel orchestras compete for a chance at the title for the 2025 National Panorama Competition, set for Sunday, […]
July 6, 2025
Miss Bank of St. Lucia, Emerle Tisson Crowned 2025 National Carnival Queen
The Pavilion on Rodney Bay was filled with elegance, anticipation, and cultural pride on Saturday, June 5, as seven poised and talented young women vied for […]
July 4, 2025
The Stage is set for the National Carnival Queen Pageant – Happening Tomorrow
Anticipation is at an all-time high as the 2025 National Carnival Queen Pageant takes centre stage tomorrow, Saturday, July 5th at the Pavillion on Rodney Bay. […]
June 30, 2025
Tickets for National Events for Lucian Carnival Now Available Online
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) has announced the availability of digital tickets for all national events on the 2025 Lucian Carnival calendar at 4circlestickets.com. The […]
June 30, 2025
Qualifying Artistes & Calypsonians Announced for 2025 Soca & Calypso Monarch Finals
Following a weekend of high energy music competitions, the Carnival Planning and Management Committee has announced the finalists for the 2025 Soca and Calypso Monarch Competitions. […]
June 20, 2025
18 Calypsonians Advance to Semi-Finals of Calypso Monarch Competition
Following four electrifying quarter-final Calypso shows at the National Cultural Centre, 18 calypsonians have earned their spot in the semi-final round of the annual Calypso Monarch […]
June 16, 2025
Pageantry Meets Purpose in Tree Planting Initiative with National Carnival Queen Delegates
In a powerful demonstration of purpose-driven pageantry, the delegates vying for the National Carnival Queen traded makeup brushes for shovels during a tree planting exercise held […]
June 10, 2025
Judges Announced for 2025 Lucian Carnival Music Competitions
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) is proud to announce the panel of judges selected for music competitions for Lucian Carnival 2025, including the Groovy […]
June 10, 2025
Top 40 Groovy and Power Soca Entries Advance to Semifinal Round of Competition
The stage is set for the highly anticipated Groovy & Power Soca Monarch Semifinals, as 20 Groovy Soca and 20 Power Soca entries have officially advanced […]
May 27, 2025
Adjustments To Lucian Junior Carnival Calendar Announced Amid Surges in Participation and New Events
Following the successful launch of Lucian Junior Carnival on Thursday, May 15, 2025, the Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) has announced key updates to the […]
May 14, 2025
16 Schools Across the Island Qualify for Inaugural National Schools Soca Competition
Sixteen (16) Schools across Saint Lucia have qualified for the inaugural National Schools Soca Competition on Friday, June 6, 2025, as part of events under the […]
May 5, 2025
20 Schools Qualified to Compete in the 2025 National Schools Calypso Competition
Twenty (20) schools across Saint Lucia have been selected for the highly anticipated National Schools Calypso Competition scheduled for Friday, June 6, 2024, at the SAB, […]
April 11, 2025
National Carnival Queen Delegates Become Ambassadors for Sponsors Brands
The seven exceptional delegates vying for the 2025 National Carnival Queen title were officially presented to their corporate sponsors during a Sashing Ceremony, hosted on Wednesday, April […]
April 9, 2025
Applications Now Open For 2025 Groovy and Power Soca Monarch Competition
The Carnival Planning & Management Committee (CPMC) in collaboration with the Carnival Music Management Committee (CMMC) announced the upcoming deadline for the submission of applications for […]
March 17, 2025
2025 National Carnival Queen Delegates Announced
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) in collaboration with the National Carnival Queen Pageant Committee has announced the seven (7) delegates competing in this years […]
February 24, 2025
Applications Now Open for the 2025 National Carnival Queen Pageant
The search for the 2025 National Carnival Queen has officially begun! The Carnival Planning and Management Committee in collaboration with the National Carnival Queen Planning Committee […]
July 17, 2024
Tribe of Twel is the 2024 Band of the Year
Lucian Carnival 2024 climaxed with the national parade of the bands on Monday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 16. A total of 9 bands participated in […]
July 14, 2024
Parade of the Bands Traffic Management Plan
The annual Carnival Parade of Bands takes place on Monday July 15th and Tuesday 16th July, 2024 from Choc Highway roundabout to the City of Castries. […]
July 14, 2024
Dezral Captures the 2024 Calypso Monarch Title
The 2024 Calypso Monarch is Dezral from the Fire One Calypso Tent. Dezral delivered two compelling performances of his songs ‘De Biggest Gun’, and ‘A Wish […]
July 9, 2024
Fuzion and Tribe of Twel Crowned King and Queen of the Band
Patrons attending last evenings King and Queen of the Bands were treated to a stellar display of artistry and cultural celebration. 15 costumes were on display […]
July 8, 2024
Courts Babonneau Remains Undefeated at Republic Bank Panorama Competition
Courts Babonneau Steel Orchestra has once again proven their musical genius by retaining their title as champions of the prestigious Republic Bank Panorama Competition. The orchestra […]
July 8, 2024
Sly and Ricky T Crowned 2024 Soca Monarch Champions
In what was undeniably a memorable night for music, two new Soca Monarch kings have been crowned. Ricky T is the 2024 Power Soca Monarch and […]
July 8, 2024
Erny J from Saint Lucia Workers Credit Union Claims Inter-Commercial Calypso Crown
Inter-Commercial House Calypso Competition rocked the National Cultural Centre with scores of persons coming out to show support for the fifteen companies participating in this year’s […]
July 2, 2024
New Dates Announced for National Events for Lucian Carnival
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) has announced new dates for several of the competitions listed under the National Events Calendar for Lucian Carnival as […]

Past Press Releases

Call for Industry Professionals

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The National Carnival Queen Show Committee would like to put a call out for Industry Professionals for the hosting of the 2023 National Carnival Queen Pageant in the following fields...

National Carnival Queen Pageant Auditions Set

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After an exciting 2022 season, activities for St. Lucia Carnival officially get underway this Sunday, March 26, with the auditions for the 2023 National Carnival Queen Pageant. 

Winners of Parade of the Bands 2022

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Saint Lucia Carnival 2022 climaxed with the national parade of the bands on Tuesday, June 18 and Wednesday, June 19. A total of 9 bands participated in this year’s national parade...

Changes To Carnival Parade Route and Traffic Diversion

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The Carnival Planning & Management Committee (CPMC) announces the changes to the route for the Parade of the Bands for Saint Lucia Carnival 2022.

Three New Monarchs Crowned for Saint Lucia Carnival 2022

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Copping this year’s Groovy Monarch title for the third time was Ricky T, with the song “Mal Pale”. Crowd favourite for the power soca segment, Fross, took the title of Power Soca Monarch with his hit song “God Made Man” ...

King & Queen of the Bands FREE This Monday

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King and Queen of the bands is a staple on the carnival calendar, and one of the greatest displays of creativity, revelry, and splendour for Saint Lucia Carnival.

LUCELEC HELPS POWER SAINT LUCIA CARNIVAL 2022

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Saint Lucia Carnival 2022 is powered by St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC). Dubbed the “Recovery Carnival” by Creative Industries Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire, the power company is investing in the creative aspects of the festival to aid in that effort.

Miss BOSL Wise, Xenia Douglas Crowned 2022 National Carnival Queen

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After putting on a consistent display of poise, confidence and elegance throughout the competition, Miss BOSL Wise, Xenia Douglas has been crowned Saint Lucia’s National Carnival Queen for 2022.

Xenia Douglas is Miss BOSL WISE

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Xenia Douglas, Miss BOSL WISE is a well-rounded young entrepreneur who is passionate about healthy lifestyles and the arts, and with persistence and dedication translated these passions into the birth of three companies...

Steel Bands Set for Panorama 2022

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Participating Steel Band Orchestras in this year’s Panorama Competition announced that they are excited and ready for this year’s competition, set to take place this Sunday, July 10 at the SAAB in Vigie...

Update to Calypso Final Qualifiers

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The CPMC announces updates to its list of qualifiers for the Calypso Monarch Competition after former multiple monarch, Minelle, announced her withdrawal from competition...

9 Artistes in Each Category Have Secured Their Spot at Power & Groovy Soca and Calypso Finals

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After a weekend of exciting semi-final competitions, 9 artists in the Calypso, Power Soca, and Groovy Soca segments have qualified to advance to the final round of competition.

Qualifiers for 2022 Calypso Monarch Semi Finals

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The eighteen (18) qualifiers for the Calypso Monarch Semi Finals have been announced by the CPMC/ CMMC following the quarter finals stage of competition which took place over the last four days...

KPT Calypso Quarter Finals Tonight Postponed

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Due to the inclement weather, the Carnival Music Management Committee (CMMC) has announced the postponement of Quarter Finals of the Kaiso Pros Tent...

20 Artistes Selected To Advance To Soca Semis

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20 groovy and power soca songs submissions have qualified to advance to Soca Semis, the third stage in this year’s Groovy and Power Soca Monarch Competition...

carnivalsaintlucia.com Goes Live

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The official website for Saint Lucia Carnival 2022, www.carnivalsaintlucia.com has officially gone live...

Artistes Selected To Advance To Soca Quarters 2022 

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30 groovy and 39 power soca song submissions have qualified to advance to Soca Quarters, the second stage in this year’s Groovy and Power Soca Monarch Competition...

National Carnival Queen Contestants Sashing Ceremony This Thursday

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After the announcement of 8 successful contestants for the National Carnival Queen Pageant, the Carnival Planning and Management Committee...

National Carnival Queen Contestants Assigned Sponsors

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The 2022 National Carnival Queen contestants were officially presented to their sponsors yesterday evening, at the annual Sashing Ceremony held at the Harbour Club...

CMMC Announces June 3rdSubmission Deadline and Changes to Groovy and Soca Monarch Competition

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The Carnival Music Management Committee (CMMC) announced the deadline for the submission of songs for the Groovy and Power Soca Competition as June 3rd, 2022...