Ban Karnaval 2026 - 2027
VISION
At the same time, we aim to elevate and export our Carnival internationally, showcasing our cultural excellence on the global stage.
... To Gran Marcha
SCHEDULE 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| November 30 | Karnaval den Bario – Bándabou |
| December 13–17 | Workshops |
| December 21 | Karnaval den Bario – Bándabou |
| January 3 | Apertura |
| January 9 | Reina i Rei Teener |
| January 10 | Reina, Prins i Pancho Grandi |
| January 11 | Reina, Prins i Pancho Chiki |
| January 17 | Tumba Hubenil |
| January 31 | Jump Up – Ruta Bieu |
| February 1 | Karnaval di Kabai |
| February 2–5 | Karnaval den Bario Tour |
| February 6 | Entrega di Yabi |
| February 8 | Marcha Hubenil |
| February 13 | Teener Parade |
| February 14 | Marcha Bándabou |
| February 14 | Calle 9 – Battle of the Drums |
| February 15 | Gran Marcha |
| February 16 | Marcha Despedida Hubenil |
| February 17 | Gran Marcha Despedida |
| February 21 | Entrega di Premio |
Nov 30
KARNAVAL DEN BARIO
Bándabou
Dec 13 – 17
WORKSHOPS
In these workshops we will teach people how to sew and how to work with foam. Boldstarz will give the youngsters a workshop on the history of Youth Tumba
Dec 16
KARNAVAL DEN BARIO
8PM – 10PM
JUMP UP
For the opening of Carnival, we will start with a Jump Up that will begin at Suvek and end at Festival Center
Jan 3
APERTURA
Jump Up & Bakanal
Machel Montano – The Soca King for the first time live in Curaçao!
JAN 9TH, 10TH & 11TH
ELEKSHON
REINA, PRINS I PANCHO
All Carnival elections including the Queen and King of the Teen, Adult and Children categories will be organized by IBFF represented by Aubrey America.
JAN 17th
Festival di
TUMBA
HUBENIL
Festival di
TUMBA
This year, Festival di Tumba Hubenil is brought to you by Boldstarz, for the fifth year in a row! And this year we’re going all out
JAN 31st
JUMP UP
Ruta bieu
JUMP UP
As part of this year’s celebrations, we’re proud to announce the return of the classic jump up route from Coca Cola to Biesheuvel.
This iconic path holds countless memories for our community, and by bringing it back, we’re reviving that nostalgic carnival spirit we all know and love
Feb 1st – 4PM
KARNAVAL DI KABAI
Feb 2nd – Feb 5th
KARNAVAL
DEN BARIO
Bandariba i Bandabou
Feb 6th
ENTREGA DI YABI
Reina, Prins i Pancho
Feb 8th – 2PM
MARCHA HUBENIL
Feb 13th – 6PM
TEENER PARADE
The teener parade remains on of the most anticipated highlights of the carnival season
Though it takes place on just one evening, it captures the essence of carnival vibrant, youthful, and full of energy
Feb 14th – 1PM
MARCHA BANDABOU
The Marcha Bándabou brings the western communities of Curaçao together in a lively display of culture and pride. With music, color, and energetic groups, this parade celebrates the creativity and unity of Bándabou in true carnival spirit.
Feb 14th – 9PM
CALLE 9
Battle of the drums
Calle 9 brings the heart of curaçao to downtown Punda with an epic battle of drums and live performances by local bands.
Feel the rhythm, energy, and island spirit as music fills the streets in this unforgettable celebration.
Feb 15th – 11AM
GRAN MARCHA
The Gran Marcha stands as the most significant and anticipated parade of the year. It represents the true essence of Carnival Unity, creativity, and island pride.
Feb 16th – 2PM
MARCHA HUBENIL
Despedida
The Marcha Despedida Hubenil celebrates the vibrant spirit of Curaçao’s youth as they take their final lap of the carnival season. Filled with color, movement, and joyful energy, this parade honors the creativity and enthusiasm of the island’s youngest participants.
Feb 17th – 3PM
GRAN MARCHA
Despedida
The Gran Marcha Despedida marks the emotional closing of the main carnival parades. It’s a final celebration of unity, artistry, and community, where participants give their last, most vibrant performance before saying farewell to the season.
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