CROP OVER

Public transport operators have praised this year’s Crop Over traffic arrangements, saying route changes and improved planning reduced congestion and allowed for smoother movement of vehicles and patrons.  The Alliance …

The National Council on Substance Abuse (NCSA) has raised alarm over reports that minors were able to buy and drink alcohol at some Crop Over events without being asked for …

Challenging is how veteran bandleader Betty West described getting her band ICONS of Crop Over ready and on the road for Grand Kadooment 2026. At the end of the island’s …

A cultural official is urging bandleaders to embed clearer narratives of Emancipation, Independence and reparations in Crop Over masquerade, arguing that the revival of large wire-bent costumes offers a practical …

Crop Over is losing its true meaning as a national festival, moving away from its roots as a celebration of agricultural achievement, the head of the Barbados Agricultural Society James …

The Mighty Grynner Highway came alive with soca music, handcrafted displays, food and drinks, and live performances on the second day of Bridgetown Market on Sunday, August 2, 2026, drawing …

For yet another year, veteran bandleader Betty West has captured the prestigious Best Festival Designer – The Robert Weekes Award with her portrayal of ICONS of Crop-Over in the 2026 …

A surge in family attendance and vendor earnings marked Crop Over weekend at the BARVEN complex on the Mighty Grynner Highway, with organisers reporting one of their most profitable periods …

A surge in visitors and a safe festival season delivered a boost to the economy during Crop Over, an entertainment industry leader said on Tuesday, while warning that mounting logistical …