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Fete Blog

3/16/2025

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As a first-time attendee, I was awestruck by the sheer energy and joy that permeated every aspect of the festivities. A unique feature of Trinidad Carnival is the build up that whips you into a fever pitch of excitement before the event. Most events require weeks to prepare for while Carnival requires months. The months leading up to Carnival are a whirlwind of group chats, buying fete tickets, making payments on your costume, and purchasing all the items to help you survive the road. Here is my fete schedule schedule for Trinidad Carnival 2024​.
THURS AM ~ AM BEACH
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  • All Inclusive/Beach Party
Theme - Antillea
​Maracas Beach/Beach Wear



THURSDAY PM ~ TRIBE IGNITE
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Drinks Inclusive/Food for purchase
​Theme - Tiki
Port of Spain (Down Town) 
​Fete Wear

FRIDAY AM ~ SILENT MORNING BOAT RIDE
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All Inclusive
​Beach and Boat Party
West Trinidad/Beach Wear

​FRIDAY PM ~ PHUKET
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All Inclusive
(Pour Your Own Bar)
Club
Anchorage/Fete Wear

SATURDAY AM ~ AM BUSH
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All inclusive Street Parade
(Dirty) Paint and Water
Surprise location
T-shirt Provided/ Swimsuit (purchase)

SUNDAY AM ~ BREAKFAST IS
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All Inclusive
Breakfast Fete
Stadium
Fete Wear​

MONDAY AM ~ JOSIE'S JAMISHNESS JOUVERT
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​All inclusive
Dirty - Paint and Water
Downtown/Dirty Wear
T-shirt Provided

CARNIVAL MONDAY
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Carnival Monday
Street parade
Downtown
Monday Wear

CARNIVAL TUESDAY
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​Carnival Tuesday
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​Street Parade
All Inclusive




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tabanaca

3/2/2025

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Yearning for Trinidad Carnival
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Tabanaca: the feeling once Trinidad Carnival has ended. It refers to a state of melancholy or sadness that people experience as the excitement and energy of Carnival fades away. It's a bittersweet feeling, a longing for the vibrant atmosphere and the camaraderie shared during the celebrations.  Simple definition, Tabanaca is the post-Carnival blues.

I long for the moment when the first notes of soca music pierce the air. The anticipation builds as I don my colorful costume, ready to join the thousands of masqueraders, each a masterpiece of creativity and self-expression. The euphoria is infectious, the camaraderie undeniable.

More than just the grand spectacle, I cherish the quiet moments: the warm embrace of the Caribbean sun, the taste of authentic Trini cuisine, the genuine warmth of the people. I dream of exploring the island's lush landscapes, from the serene beaches to the breathtaking rainforests.
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As the countdown to the next Carnival begins, I can't help but feel a sense of longing. Until then, I'll immerse myself in the music, the memories, and the unwavering hope that the next Carnival will be even more extraordinary.

Have you ever experienced Trinidad Carnival?
​What are your favorite Carnival memories?
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Keywords: Trinidad Carnival, Caribbean Carnival, travel, culture, music, festival, experience, tabanaca
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