
The Vienna Carnival in Austria has grown into one of Europe’s brightest Afro-Caribbean celebrations. This year, the city brings all the vibez—steelpan, mas costumes, Caribbean food, and pure bacchanal.

Carnival in St. Maarten (SXM) is pure energy—nonstop fetes, parades, and music that keep the island alive day and night. But if you’re building your St. Maarten Carnival itinerary, you’ll want to include more than just the parties.

Every year, countless people say the same thing: “Next year, I’m going to Carnival.” But 2026 is the year to finally make it happen and there’s no better time than now to start planning your Carnival 2026 adventure.
