Carnival Holiday in Antigua and Barbuda
In 2026, Carnival Holiday falls on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
About Carnival Holiday
Antigua and Barbuda Carnival is a vibrant annual cultural festival celebrating the abolition of slavery and the nation's emancipation. It features colorful parades, elaborate costumes, steel pan music, and energetic soca and calypso performances. This public holiday reflects the island's rich Caribbean heritage and community spirit.
Carnival Holiday dates in Antigua and Barbuda
Observance dates for Carnival Holiday across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 Aug 2023 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2024 | 6 Aug 2024 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2025 | 5 Aug 2025 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2026This year | 4 Aug 2026 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2027 | 3 Aug 2027 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2028 | 8 Aug 2028 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2029 | 7 Aug 2029 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2030 | 6 Aug 2030 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
| 2031 | 5 Aug 2031 | Tuesday | Carnival Holiday |
8 Aug 2023
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
6 Aug 2024
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
5 Aug 2025
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
4 Aug 2026
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
3 Aug 2027
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
8 Aug 2028
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
7 Aug 2029
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
6 Aug 2030
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday
5 Aug 2031
Tuesday · Carnival Holiday