All the signs are pointing towards Antigua and Barbuda in regards to activities and festivals. Often, the twin-island state is referred to as the festival capital of the Caribbean.
Antigua is proud to host the world-class sailing events from Sailing Week to the Classic Regatta and the Caribbean Greatest Summer Festival: Antigua Carnival!
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- Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Welcome to the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. One of the Worlds premier classic yachting events which brings a fantastic collection of boats and people together, for some great sailing and fun, in the ideal conditions of the Caribbean.
- Wadadli Music Fest
Wadadli Music Festival is an annual family festival staged by Fullwerks Productions. The Festival includes performers from different genre of Caribbean music such as top Reggae and Soca Artist whilst also promoting local talents.
- Moods Of Pan Festival
First organized by the Gemonites Steel Orchestra in 1999, the hugely-popular Moods Of Pan Festival is a 3-day event showcasing all aspects of this musical instrument.
- National Warri Festival
Antigua's National board game, survived by word of mouth.
- DeJam Festival
Celebration of three generations of music featuring DJs around the world.
- Literary Festival
Featuring authors, publishers from the Caribbean and around the world representing a mix of seminars, workshops and panel discussions.
- Sports Fishing Tournament
Enjoy fishing and a good lime? This annual event attracts regional and international participation.
- Sweet Cry Festival
Experience some of the world's best artists performances at this freedom festival.
- Back II Life Music Festival
A week-long festival held around Antigua bringing together party people from around the world.
- Kite Festival
An event attended by hundreds of locals admiring the giant kites in the island's blue sky.
- Caribana
Carnival in Barbuda packed with fun, competitions and much more.
- Independence Festival
A week full of parades, competitions, National Dress Day,food fairs and much more.
- Antigua Sailing Week
One of the world's major yacht racing events in Antigua.
- ICT Fest
The premier technology Festival in the OECS.
- Ocean Breeze Music Festival & Conference
The Caribbean Recording Industry Association's first annual music festival and conference in Antigua.
- Antigua Culinary Festival
A three event full of food, competition, awards and fun.
- Antigua Carnival
Music, mas, steel pan and pageantry are showcased during Antigua Carnival, Caribbean Greatest Summer Festival.
- Mango & Pineapple Fest
Showcasing the versatility of the mangoes and pineapples.
