On May 10th, there was a major buzz on social media, as it was announced that 6 bands had left Atlanta-Dekalb Carnival 2022 and moved downtown. Citing a reduction of allowed music trucks on the route, the 6 bands felt they would best provide a great experience downtown with its...
I’m excited to go to Saint Lucia Carnival this year. :: insert internal squee:: I got everything in order, but I am ashamed to admit that I nearly forgot about COVID. It’s still a thing, and we need to make sure we have a plan to ensure we meet...
Vaval Weekend Miami 2021 was TRENDING, and it was not the event to miss. The good news is the Vaval series is coming to Atlanta for carnival weekend, May 27th-30. In other words, you probably don’t want to miss this either. Here’s what you need to know. Click Here...
After a lot of speculation and rumor, the Prime Minister announced Trinidad Carnival 2022 will be reduced to safe zone events. I found it amusing that people were surprised or saddened by the news. I have a healthcare background, so I was not surprised whatsoever. Trinidad carnival festivities at...
November 2019. I gathered my crew and started to get ready for Carnival in Jamaica. We waited until we saw all the band launches before we can to a decision: Xodus would be the best fit for the crew. Shortly after Trinidad carnival, COVID-19 became very real. Jamaica carnival...
I remember stumbling across advertisements for Carnival En Cancun earlier this year but paid it no mind due to my pending move. But shortly before Miami Carnival I was encouraged to look at their Carnival En Punta Cana edition.
Curvy carnival queens, we honor you! Next up in the AWM spotlight is Crystal Walace, founder of The Curve Experience. Read about how she was inspired to create this platform, her thought s on curvy-girl inclusion and how TCE is not just for plus-sized women.
Masqueraders, Bands, Promoters, DJs and other facets of the industry really didn't see this coming. No one was prepared.
