St George's
$$$BudgetIn the heart of Spicemas
- Guesthouses around the Carenage
- Parades and J'Ouvert pass through town
- Hilly, so expect steep walks
Grenada · St George's
Where to stay for Spicemas 2027
Mon–Tue, Aug 9–10, 2027Starts in 272 days
Carnival Monday and Tuesday every year on the second Monday and Tuesday in August.
Grenada's August carnival in St George's, known for Jab Jab at pre-dawn J'Ouvert, Monday Night Mas and the Tuesday Parade of the Bands. Here's where to stay, with live prices for your dates.
Where to stay
Pick your base for Spicemas
The parades run through St George's along Kirani James Boulevard, the Carenage and Tanteen, and the big shows are at the National Stadium just north of town. Grand Anse, Morne Rouge and Lance aux Épines are beach areas a short drive south, closer to the airport.
Grand Anse
$$$Mid-rangeBeach hotels close to town
- Grenada's famous two-mile beach
- About 10 minutes to St George's
- Close to the airport
Morne Rouge
$$$Mid-rangeCalm bay next to Grand Anse
- Small resorts and apartments around BBC Beach
- A few minutes from Grand Anse, about 15 minutes to St George's
- Close to the airport
Lance aux Épines
$$$PremiumQuiet villas
- Villas and marinas on the south coast
- Quiet at night
- You'll want a driver for Spicemas
Showing stays near St George's
Prices are live for your dates and guests. Tap a pin to see the stay on the booking site.
Plan your nights
Spicemas at a glance
Book the full stretch and you won't miss a thing.
ThuAug 5
Carnival Queen Show
The national pageant is held on the Thursday before carnival.
FriAug 6
Soca Monarch finals
The Power and Groovy soca finals on Bacchanal Friday, at the National Stadium in recent years.
SatAug 7
Panorama
The national steel pan competition on the Saturday.
SunAug 8
Dimanche Gras
Sunday night show with the Calypso Monarch final and the King and Queen of the Bands.
MonAug 9
J'Ouvert & Monday Night Mas
Jab Jab masqueraders covered in black oil take to St George's from about 4am. Monday Night Mas, with glow sticks and DJ trucks, runs until around midnight.
TueAug 10
Parade of the Bands & Last Lap
The costumed Tuesday parade, also called Fancy Mas or Pretty Mas, runs from late morning into the night and closes the season.
The Spicemas Corporation publishes the official calendar at spicemasgrenada.com, and the Royal Grenada Police Force issues road closure plans just before carnival.
Getting there & around
- Maurice Bishop International (GND) is at Point Salines in the south-west, close to Grand Anse, Morne Rouge and Lance aux Épines and about 15 minutes from St George's.
- Police close Kirani James Boulevard, the Carenage and the Tanteen roads for J'Ouvert and the parades, and part of the Grand Anse Public Road for Monday Night Mas and the Tuesday parade.
- Book a taxi in advance for the early J'Ouvert start, and expect detours on Carnival Monday and Tuesday.
- Number 1 minibuses link St George's and Grand Anse, but buses stop around 9pm and don't run on Sundays, so late nights mean a taxi.
- To hire a car you need a local driving permit, issued at the Central Police Station on the Carenage. Grenada drives on the left.
Booking tips
Book refundable, switch later
Lock in a free-cancellation stay now while there's choice, then keep an eye out for something better.
Compare the total price
Festival rates, cleaning fees and minimum stays add up. Compare the total for your nights, not the nightly rate.
Check AC, water and parking
Ask rental hosts about AC in the bedrooms, backup water and secure parking before you book.
Stay near what you'll do most
Roads close and taxis surge on the big days. Being close to the main events saves hours.
Lock in a refundable stay for Spicemas
Flights and rooms in Grenada get busy for carnival week, and airlines have added seats to meet demand, so book once your dates are set. Free-cancellation options let you book now and change your mind later.
FAQ
Spicemas: your questions
When is Spicemas 2027?
Carnival Monday and Tuesday are always the second Monday and Tuesday in August, and both are public holidays. The main shows run from the Thursday before, and launches and fêtes start earlier in the summer. The next one is Mon–Tue, Aug 9–10, 2027.
What day is Grenada Carnival?
Grenada Carnival, Spicemas, is on the second Monday and Tuesday of August. J'Ouvert and Monday Night Mas are on the Monday, and the Parade of the Bands is on the Tuesday.
What is the Spicemas schedule?
The usual pattern is the Carnival Queen Show on Thursday, Soca Monarch on Friday, Panorama on Saturday and Dimanche Gras on Sunday. J'Ouvert and Monday Night Mas are on Carnival Monday, and Fancy Mas, the Parade of the Bands, is on Tuesday. Times and venues are confirmed closer to the date.
How much are Spicemas tickets and packages?
Stadium shows are ticketed separately, and each mas band sells its own packages for J'Ouvert, Monday Night Mas and the Tuesday parade. Prices are announced when bands launch, so check the Spicemas Corporation and band pages.
What is carnival in Grenada?
Spicemas is Grenada's national carnival, organised by the Spicemas Corporation every August. It mixes calypso, soca, steel pan and pageant competitions with street parades, and is best known for Jab Jab masqueraders at J'Ouvert.
Where should I stay for Spicemas?
Stay in St George's to walk to the Carenage, the parade route and the National Stadium. Grand Anse and Morne Rouge have beach hotels 10 to 15 minutes' drive from town. Lance aux Épines is quieter and close to the airport, but further from the action.
When should I book Grenada carnival hotels?
As early as you can, because flights and rooms get busy for carnival week. Arrive by the Friday if you want to see the Soca Monarch finals.
