Tobago Carnival is an October celebration of local culture, music, and freedom, offering a boutique festival experience distinct from Trinidad's main February season. This marks the 5th anniversary of the stand alone October Tobago Carnival.
Location: Various events and main events will be held in Scarborough.
What Can You Expect in 2026?
J'ouvert: The early morning street part that begins in Scarborough.
If you're interested in playing mas, the official band recommendation for Restorations Tobago is Jade Monkey Mas. Learn more about Jade Monkey J'ouvert 2026 here.
Street Parades: Masqueraders and traditional street costumes.
Traditional Elements: Mud Mas and local steel pan performances.
Music: Live soca music events.
Why Attend the Tobago Carnival?
Intimate Community Vibe: The smaller scale makes it easy to participate, connect with locals, and party without feeling overwhelmed by massive crowds.
Boutique Festival Experience: It offers a more accessible, relaxed way to enjoy Caribbean soca, steelpan, and mas.
Unique Local Traditions: Events like mud mas during J'ouvert highlight Tobago's distinct cultural spin on street festivities. Events like Jade Monkey's F.A.W.W. offer a vibrant and lively atmosphere for patrons looking for fun things to do in town.
5th Anniversary Milestone: The 2026 "The Awakening" theme marks five years of Tobago hosting its own dedicated October carnival.
Where Should You Stay?
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Make Restorations Tobago your home base during your carnival festivities. Whether you book directly onsite or through our multiple Airbnb listings, Restorations Tobago has many accommodations near Pigeon Point. We offer modern studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, private pool access, close proximity to all the happenings in town during carnival plus easy access to Pigeon Point Beach. Perfect before and after carnival time.
One of the most popular things to do in Tobago is spend time with the ocean. There are many ways to do that whether it's a trip to the beach or a water sport. One such sport involves trips below the water's surface. Whether it's scuba diving or snorkeling, there's a lot of amazing sights sitting just below the surface. Experience what a Tobago diving adventure can add to your vacation by checking out these great dive spots.
Buccoo Reef
Buccoo Reef, Tobago is home to the largest coral reef on the island. The waters are more shallow in the coral gardens and the entire area averages about 10 meters in depth. The deepest point is 15 meters and visibility runs from 10-30 meters. This dive is perfect for beginners and offers views of some amazing reef life. This is also a great place for snorkeling. You can access Buccoo Reef from Pigeon Point or Store Bay.
Flying Reef
Flying Reef is in Canoe Bay, Tobago on the south end of Crown Point. Flying Reef is a great dive for beginners as the waters are shallow, running 5-14 meters. This is a drift dive, meaning the current will play a factor in your dive. Flying Reef is home to rays, turtles, sharks, snappers and other fish. You can also see a sunken ship's anchor. The anchor is a gathering place for Porkfish and Bermudan Chub.
Kariwak Reef
Kariwak Reef is a great beginner's option and perfect for kids who are learning. This reef runs an average depth of 11 meters with it maxing out at 14 meters. Visibility is good and the reef is home to rays, eels, barracudas and a whole host of fish. This is also a great spot for night diving. You can access the reef from Store Bay either from the beach or by boat.
Tobago diving is one of the best experiences you can have on your visit to the island. There are many more locations to explore but these diving spots are a great way to venture into diving. To get started on your next adventure, be sure to book a stay at Restorations Tobago.
