Guadeloupe Carnival

• Location: Basse-Terre and towns across Guadeloupe (French Caribbean)

• Category: True Carnival

• Dates/Time: From Epiphany (early January) to Ash Wednesday (varies annually)

• Duration: ~2 months

• Attendance: Tens of thousands across the islands

• Venue: Streets of Basse-Terre, Pointe-à-Pitre, and various communes

• Organizer: Local municipalities and cultural associations

• Established: 18th century origins with strong Afro-Caribbean traditions

• Symbolic or Satirical Content: High

• Cultural or Ritual Roots: Yes

• Global or Migrant Influence: Medium

Participation Tips

• Participation Type: Participatory

• Participation Level (Scale): 5/5

• Requires Costume to Join: No, but costumes are highly encouraged and central to many parades

• Family-Friendly: Yes

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive: Yes