St. Maarten Carnival 2026

St. Maarten Carnival 2026 (55th Anniversary) runs for 31 days, featuring Pre-Carnival events starting mid-March, with the official season from April 10 to May 5, 2026. The celebration in Philipsburg features over 30 events, including 3 main parades, 5 jump-ups, 4 pageants, and 12 local show nights in the Village. 
Key 2026 Carnival Dates (Main Events)

   April 10: Official Opening of Carnival Village & Opening Jump-Up.
   April 11: Calypso Junior/Roadmarch Competition.
   April 17: King Beau Beau in Concert (55th Anniversary Special).
   April 19: Junior Carnival Parade.
   April 20: Teen & Senior Carnival Queen Pageants.
   April 21: Nagico Senior Calypso Finals.
   April 26: Caribbean Flag Fest.
   April 27: 4:00 AM J'ouvert Morning Jump-Up.
   April 30: Grand Carnival Parade.
   May 1: Labour Day Lighted Parade.
   May 2: Night of the Hit Makers.
   May 5: Closing of Carnival Village & Burning of King Momo.