Dominica Carnival FEBRUARY 27 & 28 , 2017
Mas Domnik , The Real Mas , the most original of all carnivals , showcases the rich culture and heritage of the island . This pre-Lenten festival , kicking off on February 4th envelops people of all ages equally , with competitions like the Princess Show , Teenage Pageant , Junior Monarch , Bouyon Jams , National Queen Pageant and the Calypso Monarch . The season climaxes on February 27th and 28th when the streets come alive with festivity , celebration and fun . This revelry is an inviting display of colour and creativity set off by the sweet sounds of Calypso and infectious rhythms of Bouyon music , a type of music which originated in Dominica and is native to that island .
For information about Dominica ’ s Carnival , contact : Dominica Festivals Committee Email : cpiper @ dominica . dm Tel : 767-448-4833
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