Grand Kadooment Day is in full swing as thousands of masqueraders continue to fill the road with colour and energy for the grand finale of Crop Over 2026.
For the past several hours, bands have been making their way along the parade route, with revellers showcasing elaborate costumes, dancing to the sounds of soca, and celebrating Barbados’ culture and creativity.
Along the sidelines, spectators have gathered to cheer on the bands and capture the colourful displays.
Stacia Bryan, festival and events planner at the National Cultural Foundation (NCF), said the production has been progressing smoothly, with thousands of participants and support teams working together to deliver a successful Grand Kadooment.
“This morning I’m very pleased with the production. We started about 10 minutes behind schedule, but all things being equal, that was really great for Grand Kadooment,” Bryan said.
She noted that the event was around the halfway mark, with 22 bands on the road and several already making their way past the judging point at Pelican Island.
“Things are smoothly moving along the streets. All of the water stations are in place, the revellers are well hydrated, and the music trucks are moving. I’m comfortable because the police service and all of the support teams are on the route to ensure we have a safe and sweet Grand Kadooment.”
