Jamaica Carnival 2025 runs from Wednesday 23 April to Tuesday 29 April 2025 , with the main Road March / Carnival Street Parade on Sunday 27 April 2025.

Key dates at a glance

  • Overall Jamaica Carnival 2025: 23–29 April 2025.
  • Main Road March / Street Parade: Sunday 27 April 2025.
  • Many fetes and J’ouvert parties happen on the nights leading up to the parade, especially 25–26 April.

Quick Scoop for planning

  • If you only want the “big day”, plan to be in Kingston for the Sunday Road March on 27 April.
  • For the full carnival vibe (fetes, J’ouvert, beach parties), arrive by 23–24 April and stay until at least 28 April.

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