Carnival Tuesday, observed in Antigua and Barbuda, the British Virgin Islands, and Saint Kitts and Nevis, occurs every first Tuesday of August, following Emancipation Day. This celebration marks the abolition of slavery and features vibrant customs and traditions. In Antigua, the carnival kicks off with an opening parade and includes a j’ouvert party, culminating in colorful parades in St. John’s, where awards are given at the Antigua Recreational Ground. The British Virgin Islands celebrate with the BVI Emancipation Festival, highlighted by a traditional horse race competition on Tortola. Meanwhile, Saint Kitts and Nevis hosts the Culturama Festival, culminating in a Grand Parade on Carnival Tuesday. Each location showcases unique festivities that reflect their cultural heritage and history.
Features
First Monday in August: Carnival Tuesday (Antigua and Barbuda, British Virgin Islands and Saint Kitts and Nevis)
Days
- Third Monday of September: Respect for the Aged Day (敬老の日, Keirō no Hi, Japan)
- First Monday of September: Labor Day (United States and Canada)
- Last Monday of August: Heroes’ Day (Philippines)
- Last Monday in August: August Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)
- Last Monday of August: Heroes Day (Philippines)
- Sunday closest to September 14: Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Armenia)
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