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The first Dominica Carnival was in 1838, although others would suggest that the tradition dates back much further than this. Some people think it dates back thousands of years to some of the imperial cults established by the Romans. The Dominica Carnival slowly developed over the years and expanded with masks and costumes to match. Song, music and instruments all took their place in the line up too and this brings us to the modern age. The Dominica Carnival now consists of song, dance, music and also beauty pageants. It is now a well established event with an organising body and now occurs each year. The Dominica Carnival slowly developed over the years and expanded with masks and costumes to match. Song, music and instruments all took their place in the line up too and this brings us to the modern age. The Dominica Carnival now consists of song, dance, music and also beauty pageants. It is now a well established event with an organising body and now occurs each year. Dominica Carnival Dates & LocationThe Dominica Carnival is held during the time leading up to lent and is dedicated to Calypso, many shows and street jump-up. The carnival begins around 30 days before the final celebration. The parade officially begins the Dominica Carnival which was on the 23rd January this year. This date changes from year to year and generally is later than the previous year. The parade encompasses many different aspects of the carnival including the queens contestants – a beauty contest staged as part of the festival. There are also calypsonians, some of the most popular bands around and princess contestants. Additionally, they are joined by stilt walkers, people in Sensay consumes and cheerleaders. This year, the calypso semi finals and princess finals were about a week into the festival (30th January this year). The Stardom event is the calypso competition and it is arranged as a knock-out competition. There is good humour and this stage lasts for several weeks. It is one of the carnival highlights. The Lagoon street jam is a similarly themed event which is open to everybody. The carnival street parade is held shortly after and thousands of islanders turn up to the year's highlight. There are performers of all types and the parade stretches well into the afternoon. The real and tangible atmosphere brings the streets of Roseau alive during this period. This parade marks the end of the Dominica Carnival period. Dominica Carnival Trip PlannerAre you traveling to attend Dominca Carnival? Visit the links below to view listings of local hotels near: Find great deals and discount travel on airfare, car, rentals, and accommodations.
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