The carnival opens with a parade. Queen and princess contestants, popular bands, costumed revelers, the stilt walkers or moko jumbies, Calypsonians and cheerleaders along with other people parade in the streets. The colorful event is attended by a huge number of on-lookers. Some of the events are J’ouvert, calypso competitions, shows and street jump-ups.

Showdown Mas Camp is a calypso event. Competition of Junior Monarch is held. Pageants of teens and also street jam parties are an important part of the carnival. People wear the ‘sensay’ costumes, a West African get up which is accompanied by mask and horns. Dominica carnival is a great time for the tourists and the locals to come and join together for a great time of music and dance for having a grand time.

This year the spectators experienced an incredible weather and the audience enjoyed every bit of the carnival. Though the economy was little damping yet the carnival was organized in such a way that it attracted a large gathering. It was seen that a number of bands and gangs participated with grit in the opening parade. It was the real and unique folklore and celebration in Dominica.

This Dominica Carnival 2010 is a trendy mixture of culture and tradition, which shows the rich heritage of the location. The main events, which were scheduled this year were Junior Calypse Monarch, Miss Dominica Pageant, Street jump-up, traditional Masquerade and National Parade. No doubt, the visitors were lured by the shine and spirit of the Dominica and were mesmerized by the efficient vibrant visuals and festivities sounds. So this is nothing but an occasion for mixing raw culture with the latest styles and fashion.

This enthralling carnival holds a special meaning for people of all age groups equally. With special competitions like the Junior Monarch and the fight of the Calypso bands scheduled for the last week of January, 2010, the carnival spirit will unleash from January. Pageants and street jam parties also constitute an integral part of the Dominica carnival. Beautiful costumes and parades will make sure that all who visit the carnival have their hands full with color and vigor. Dominica carnival is a must attend for all who wish to have uninterrupted fun along with a sense of raw tradition.

The festivity and celebration kicking off from January itself, there will be great events like Calypso Monarch, Band Splash, and many beauty contests that will truly add perfection to the color, celebration and vibrant environment of the carnival in Dominica.

Dating back its roots to 1950s when it was actually celebrated for the first time, this is a time that brings together not just the locals but even the tourist from all over the country. The carnival bringing together the African and French traditions is also called as Mas Domnik for being the most original of all carnivals celebrated in the Caribbean. The two weeks of festivities is adorned with everything from amazing costumes to rocking music to great competitions, to make everyone present get a grand experience with fun and entertainment at the fullest.

21st February was the scheduled day for the calypso march. Lord Karessah sent the crowd rocking with his amazing performance and was rendered calypso monarch.

Streets of Roseau were drenched in his singing voice and the crowd opened up their own vocal chords to complete the formality. They danced, sung and made merry whole night. It was only in the morning that they realized they had two more sinful days before Lent begins.

On 23rd and 24th, girls took over. Posing in gowns, bikinis and in-between clothes, they competed for the queen’s spot. They gyrated as they moved to draw appreciative whistles from the crowd. People who were already heavy with booze could not contain their mirth.

The prized city of Dominica held the main carnival with other villages following suit. Their arrangements were obviously of a lesser grade but the enthusiasm was unparalleled. Security was beefed up since a huge crowd was expected in the festival city. People were in too good spirits to think about destruction thankfully. Lloyd Wayland ended the proceedings with De Energizer.

Lent has started and the prizes will be announced on 7th March, but those who were present here have had time of their lives. First time visitors will especially not forget the parades in a hurry.