All roads lead to St Joseph today for the much-anticipated St Joseph Village Carnival.
Representative of the St. Joseph Village Carnival Committee Waynesha Sanderson who spoke during a weekly Carnival Press Conference recently said that patrons can expect a strong cultural showcase, vibrant costumes and high energy performances this year.
“This year’s themes, ‘Drumming and Sensay 2026’, celebrates our African heritage, rhythm, and the traditional cultural elements that continue to define Carnival in St. Joseph,” she said. “Patrons can expect a strong cultural showcase, vibrant costumes and high energy performances.”
According to Sanderson, the parade will assemble from 1.30 p.m. and begin promptly at 2 p.m. starting near V’s Enterprise on the St. Joseph Highway and concluding near the St. Joseph Playing Field.
Furthermore, Sanderson said the St. Joseph Sensay Committee is working tirelessly to provide the original Sensei costumes.
“That means no plastic or bags, fully clothed, heavy duty stuff,”she explained.
She said this year’s parade will feature several groups, including the St. Joseph Flag Wavers, the NBD Flag Wavers, Gems, T-shirt Bands, Afrikulture Stilt Walkers, New Town Stilt Walkers, Bacchanal Ladies, KariFuna Cultural Group, Lapo kabwit Groups, St. Joseph Sensei among others.
She also noted that the Carnival will conclude with live performances by Triple K International Band, Shelly and the Signal Band, the Explosive Band, DJ Mj & MV among others.
Meantime, Sanderson indicated that the St Joseph Village Carnival Committee continues to work closely with the police, fire service and key stakeholders to ensure a safe, organized and violence-free village carnival.
“We invite the public to join us, celebrate responsibly and experience the St. Joseph Village Carnival 2026,” she encouraged.
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