This was introduced in 2007 by His Excellency Senator Liyel Imoke to involve children in the Carnival experience. It features children from the 5 Carnival bands, public and private schools, orphanages and young tourists. The Children’s Carnival parade involves over 5,000 children with an audience of over 20,000 people lining the 4 kilometre route. It…

The Cultural Parade is one of the unique aspects that makes Carnival Calabar such a special event. It stands out as a powerful symbol of Nigerian diversity and unity, showcasing ethnic costumes and traditional dress from across the country in a breathtaking spectacle. The Carnival Parade is the climax of a potpourri of events offered…

The Kings and Queens of Carnival is a glamorous evening event, showcasing the creativity of the elaborate kings and queens costumes as they perform to music on a large stage. The show is the biggest preview of what the public will see on the Carnival Road March and entry is open to members of the…

The CCQ Pageant is aimed at encouraging and educating young women to uphold the virtue of abstinence from pre-marital sex and preserving the sanctity of womanhood. The queen is a role model for budding young women faced with the daily presures of society and their peers. All proceeds from the Grand Finale Dinner go to…

The Masta Blasta Band also known as “The Orange Family”, is the largest & most entertaining of the 5 principal bands of the annual Carnival Calabar. The Masta Blasta Band was established in December 2005. Also known as the “Orange Family” our band has a membership base of over 10, 000 members from all over…

Seagull band is one of the Carnival Bands registered in 2005 for the Cross River State annual Christmas festival. It is the most stylish and co-ordinated body with the main objective of promoting and sustaining the Tourism and Hospitality industry and at large, to enhance the status of he under privilege through charity. The band…

Bayside Band Bayside Band is one of the five Carnival Bands registered in the annual Christmas Festival of Cross River State of Nigeria. Membership In the Band is open to all Nigerians and foreigners. The Band is easily identified by its characteristic and distinctive aqua marine colour. Bayside Band is a corporate body with charity…

Passion 4 is the most successful band in Carnival Calabar, having been six edition Champions and two editions first runners up in the eight years of the existence of the competition aspect of the carnival. Passion 4 has been declared as Africa’s most outstanding band by all its adjudicators as the band continues to grow…

Freedom band which is identified with the colour Yellow; was founded Capt. Henry Brisibe and Mr. Larry Esin in 2005. Since its establishment, the band has consistently been among the best three in all previous editions of the Carnival Calabar event. His Excellency, Barr. Efiok Cobham, the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, is presently the…

Carnival Calabar is a unique display of Africa heritage showcased through music, dance, drama and visual creativity which is reflected in the design of floats, costumes and make-up. The event takes place in Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria. Despite the fun and relaxed atmosphere around the carnival, there also exist thought, creativity and discipline. Cross River…