Carnival is always a feather-filled fun weekend!
Batabano Carnival
The name “Batabano” is synonymous with the Cayman Islands and the Caymanian way of life. A salute to Cayman’s turtling heritage, “Batabano” is the native name for the tracks left in the sand when sea turtles go ashore to nest, which has always been a cause for celebration in the Cayman Islands. Cayman Carnival Batabano is therefore ceremoniously held the first weekend in May as part of the celebration and awareness of the start of Turtle Nesting Season.
Established in 1983 by the Rotary Club of Grand Cayman, Cayman Carnival Batabano is a non-profit organisation, and is a multi-day carnival that includes a food festival, fetes, a street dance and a costume street parade. As the National Carnival of the Cayman Islands, Batabano is a major highlight on Grand Cayman’s cultural and entertainment calendar for residents and visitors who flock to the streets by the thousands!
Batabano 2026 is a few months away but be sure to check out their website for registration, costume information, event tickets and much more.
CayMAS 2026
Cayman's newest carnival event, CayMAS, will be held on Saturday the 20th June 2026. Catch the parade along West Bay Road and enjoy an explosion of Caribbean music, dancing and costumes that brings George Town to life with steel pan bands, floats and a parade.