There’s always something exciting to do in the Caribbean, and summertime is no exception. Whether you’re looking to party in a frenzied carnival extravaganza or listen to some of the world’s best musicians, next month is full of high-powered events. Take a look at five events you won’t want to miss in the Caribbean in August.
Grenada SpiceMas
SpiceMas, Grenada’s carnival is the dominant festival in the country for most of the first half of August — and it’s one of the Caribbean’s liveliest carnivals.
Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival
This Curacao mainstay is a major stop on the music festival circuit. This year’s headliners include Marc Anthony, Erykah Badu, Gladys Knight and The Roots, among others.
Nevis Culturama
Carnival in Nevis is a raucous affair known as Culturama — and while Nevis is small, this festival packs a big punch.
Barbados Crop Over
This is what summer in Barbados is really all about: Crop Over. the festival, which has been going on in one form or another for more than two centuries. It goes on all summer, but there are events throughout the first week of the month.
Aruba International Regatta 2013
There’s no better place to sale than in the Caribbean, and this year’s Aruba International Regatta takes place from Aug. 9 to 11.