FRIENDS, MEMBERS, and well wisher of J’ Ouvert Fanatics pose for a group photo (photo by Robertson S Henry)
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August 4, 2026
SATURDAY JULY 25, 2026 saw the closing of a chapter in the carnival history of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, when J’Ouvert Fanatics announced that the organisation was calling it quits on their participation in the nation’s biggest cultural festival. The announcement, mentioned on J’Ouvert morning, 2026, was formally communicated to the public at a ceremony held on July 25, upstairs the Kingstown Vegetable Market where members of the band and well-wishers, and invited guests gathered to reminisce.
“Sisters and brothers, one of the things that I’ve learned about our organization- they are created, they grew, and eventually, they will expire,” former minister of government and band member Curtis King, told the gathering.
Reflecting on previous years King said due to the efforts of many persons, all aspects of their participation began to bear fruit.
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