Antigua Carnival 2026 Delivered Within EC$5.2 Million Budget
Antigua Carnival 2026 was successfully delivered within its approved EC$5.2 million budget, according to a report presented to Cabinet by the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission.
The Commission said it continues to meet with stakeholders and honour obligations arising from this year’s celebrations.
Ticket sales increased for the majority of Carnival shows when compared with corresponding events over the previous three years.
The Commission also reported increases in visitor arrivals and participation in Carnival activities.
Hotels, mini-hotels and other smaller accommodation properties recorded higher occupancy when compared with previous years.
Cabinet said the results demonstrate Carnival’s wider economic contribution to the tourism, transportation, entertainment, food and beverage and other service sectors.
The Government commended the Festivals Commission, participating artistes, promoters, service providers and other stakeholders for delivering what it described as an excellent Carnival.
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