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The 2025 King and Queen of the Bands competition treated patrons to an unforgettable showcase of artistry with 18 costumes: including 9 queens and 9 kings, on display. The Competition held on the evening of Monday, July 14 is one of the most visually stunning events on the Lucian Carnival calendar and features costumes that soar over 30 feet in height, in a visual parade of history, myth, and fantasy.
Tribe of Twel Carnival Band swept the stage at the 2025 King and Queen of the Bands Competition, capturing both the King of the Bands title, and the winner and first runner up slot in the Queen of the Bands category. True to their reputation, Tribe of Twel’s costumes were nothing short of spectacular, marked by the grandiosity and intricate detail that fans have come to expect from the band. The full list of winners of the King and Queen of the Bands competition are as follows:
Queen of the Band
| Rank | Carnival Band | Portrayal | Carrier | Score | |
| Winner | Tribe of Twel | Madame Vaval | Sharon Tanner | 431 | |
| 1st Runner- Up | Tribe of Twel | La Wenn La Woz | Safiya Paul | 411 | |
| 2nd Runner- Up | Xuvo | Angel of Twilight | Maier Sifflet | 409 | |
| 3rd Runner-Up | Fuzion | Zariah | Rosemary Paris | 365 | |
King of the Band
| Rank | Carnival Band | Portrayal | Carrier | Score | |
| Winner | Tribe of Twel | Unto Us A Child is Born | Jordan Augier | 453 | |
| 1st Runner- Up | Xuvo | Ghost of Mas Past – Spirit of Mas Future | Lamar Sifflet | 409 | |
| 2nd Runner- Up | Xpressions | Papa Djab “Toes” | Cedrick Laurent | 408 | |
| 3rd Runner-Up | Xuvo | Anti-Angel of Rebellion | Jahn Sifflet | 398 | |
The bands participating in the King and Queen of the Bands competition Tribe of Twel Carnival Band, Island Tribe Carnival Band, Royalites Extreme Carnival Band, Xuvo Carnival Band, Xpressions Carnival Band, Insommiel Carnival Band, Fusion Mas Carnival Band, Island Tribe Carnival Band, and Pheonix Carnival Band.
The public will have an opportunity to view all of the costumes in this year’s competition again, during the parade of the bands on Monday, July 21, and Tuesday, July 22. To stay informed on updates on Lucian Carnival go to www.carnivalsaintlucia.com or follow @carnivalsaintlucia on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.