Event Dates
From: Sunday, February 23, 2025
To: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Curaçao Carnival 2025
The Curaçao Carnival is a unique celebration that takes over the entire Island with Calypso festivals, beauty pageants & street parties.
Curaçao Carnival 2025
The Curaçao Carnival is a unique celebration that takes over the entire Island with amazing competitions such as the Tumba music and Calypso festivals, beauty pageants, street parties and more.
- Stay at the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort close to all of the festivities, and right by the beach so you can relax in between street parties and parades.
The Carnival
- Curaçao Carnival is the largest and longest-running Carnival celebration in the Caribbean. The event was brought to the island by the Venezuelans in the early 1900’s and the tradition continues today.
- The Carnival is full of mythical characters including the Carnival Queen who bestows fertility and peace, Prince and Pancho who embody the crazy spirit of Carnival and the villain, King Momo, a straw-filled figure that symbolizes infertility, sins, and bad luck.
Where is Curaçao Carnival held?
- Most of the Carnival activities are concentrated in the Island’s Capital, Willemstad, on the streets of downtown.
- Carnival attracts thousands of visitors from across the Caribbean and the USA.
- Opening and closing concerts and the Tumba are held at Curaçao Festival Center, in Brievengat is one of the largest venues in Curaçao.
Carnival Parade Highlights
- Carnival’s most unmissable events are the two main parades: Gran Marcha (The Grand Parade), and Marcha di Despedida (The Farewell March).
- Enjoy the suite-life on the island with your own boutique apartment. The PM78 Boutique Apartments are rated “Superb” by guests, with a pool, parking, balcony, sea-views and beautiful terrace.
Carnival Horse Parade
- Sunday – Awaiting dates – The first parade of the carnival season is done on horseback, through the streets of downtown Willemstad.
Gran Marcha
- Sunday March 2nd 2025 – Beginning the Sunday prior to Ash Wednesday, Gran Marcha is as boisterous as any Carnival event.
- Tourists and locals alike line the streets during Gran Marcha to cheer on the processional of costumed dancers and performers.
- The procession begins at 11 am.
Marcha di Despedida
- Tuesday March 4th, 2025 – The Marcha di Despedida signals a farewell to Carnival, taking place on the eve of Ash Wednesday.
- An evening event, kicking off at 6 pm; the floats glow with twinkling lights as they parade through Curaçao with Momo in tow.
- Momo is then burned at midnight at the parade’s and Carnival’s grand finale.
- Stay close to the parade celerbations at The Dolphin Suites, offering stylish rooms and suites in Willemstad, within walking distance of the famous Sea Aquarium Beach and the Curacao Sea-Aquarium.
Tumba Festival
- Awaiting dates – The Tumba Festival is an event that is unique to Curaçao taking place at the Curaçao Festival Center.
- Aspiring local musicians, performers, and composers compete in the four-day Tumba Festival in the hopes that their tumba (or song) will be chosen as the year’s official Carnival song.
- Like the rest of carnival, this festival brings with it beer, food, and some of the best dancing in the Caribbean Islands.
- The winner of the Tumba Festival is then crowned Rei di Tumba, and will walk in the carnival parades along with their original tumba.
- After opening day, Carnival groups also take to the streets, wearing t-shirts specific to their group. Following local bands, these groups dance, sing, and spread the carnival spirit through Jump Ups (outdoor) and Jump Ins (indoor), where they also sell t-shirts to raise money for their floats in the Gran Marcha.
Where to stay during Curacao Carnival?
The Following hotels are currently trending with our readers. All have high review scores and are close to the Carnival festivities:
Curacao Avila, Papagayo Beach Resort, Sombré di Kabana, Champartments Resort
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Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Marriott Beach Resort is close to all of
Curaçao’s top attractions and beaches.
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Gay Map of Curaçao
Curaçao does not have a gayborhood as you would encounter in other major cities around the world. As part of the “Live and let Live!” mentality there are plenty of places to go and activities to do that are LGBT welcoming.You will find that quite a large number of the LGBT community are working in hospitality and they tend to make sure that you have a great time!
BijBlauw, 82-84, Kaya Wilson Godett, Pietermaai, Berg Altena, Willemstad, Curacao, 1000, Netherlands
BijBlauw is located over the seafront, 10 minutes’ walk from Willemstad’s Historic Centre. It features stunning sea views, a garden and a free WiFi throughout. The rooms offer wooden décor, air conditioning and cable TV. The bathrooms are private and come with shower. A variety of restaurants offering international cuisine and local food can be reached 5 minutes’ walk away.
Scuba Lodge, Kaya Wilson Godett, Pietermaai, Berg Altena, Willemstad, Curacao, 1000, Netherlands
This oceanfront hotel offers scuba diving lessons, a dive gear shop and a private strip of artificial beach. Apartment units offer a full kitchen, a living room with a flat-screen cable TV and DVD player. The modern units offer multiple bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and a terrace with sea view. Laundry facilities are also included. An infinity pool and a garden pool are available to guests
Renaissance, Otrobanda, Willemstad, Curacao, 80210, Netherlands
Featuring a private beach club and a Carnaval Casino, this Willemstad, Curacao resort is located in the center of the Dutch Caribbean. The resort offers a salt water infinity pool and a fresh water pool. WiFi is available in this Resort that holds of a Four Diamond Award. At Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort guest rooms provide private balconies, coffee facilities and a small fridge. Guests can watch the HBO channels in each room in 32-inch flat-screen TVs. The bathrooms include bathrobes and slippers.
Penstraat 130, Willemstad, Curaçao
Curaçao Avila Hotel is situated on the beach, just 5 minutes' drive from central Willemstad, on the island of Curaçao. This hotel offers access to a variety of activities, a full-service spa and an array of dining and beverage options.
Avila Hotel features an outdoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center. Guests can spend the day scuba diving or swimming with dolphins, then relax with a massage in the Cloud Nine Spa. After playing a game of golf at a nearby course, guests can relax on the beach.
4 Handelskade, Willemstad, Curaçao
The Admiral City Suites offers 2 bedrooms, a living room with a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. free WiFi and air conditioning. Close to shops and restaurants
18 Pietermaai, Willemstad, Curaçao
This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. free WiFi, air conditioning, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Z/N Penstraat, Willemstad, Curaçao
The apartment has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a fridge, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with shower. with an outdoor swimming pool, a private beach area and free WiFi.
12 Boerhaavestraat, Willemstad, Curaçao
This recently refurbished apartment has a very refreshing breeze and is your perfect spot to relax after a day exploring the island. This apartment has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen. The apartment also includes 1 bathroom with shower
Bapor Kibra Curaçao, Netherlands Antilles
Mixed Beach club
Palm trees, gorgeous turquoise waters, delicious cocktails, mouthwatering bites & an unbelievable sunset.. Aside from the perfect place for an island style beach day, our happy hours are insane!
12 Kaminda Brudernan di Brakepoti, Willemstad, Curaçao, Curaçao
The Rainbow Lounge - Now Takes place on the last Friday of the month., Rainbow Lounge describes itself as a travelling Happy Hour concept and will move around from bar to bar each month.
Hendrikplein Elements unit 2, 0000 AA
Brasserie open from early in the morning until late at night in the historic heart of Punda
Kaya A.M. (Shon Toni) Prince 16, Willemstad, Curaçao, Willemstad, Curaçao
Popular gay bar with drag shows, Ru Paul screenings, cocktails and more in Willemstad
Van Raderstraat 9-11, Willemstad, Curaçao
Charming café and restaurant with a delightful courtyard, one of the most instagrammable spots on the island
Baporkibra Z/N Curaçao, Netherlands Antilles
Cabana Beach is an exceptional choice for any and everybody. There’s something for every taste. Whether you’d like a carefree beach day, a delectable dinner, a chill movie night or simply go wild with your friends, at Cabana Beach, it’s all possible!
De Ruyterkade 58
The heartbeat of Curaçao in the Pietermaai District, open from 5 am to 3 am, serving great dinner, drinks, and late night DJs and parties
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Curacao Avila Beach
4 Star, Luxury
- 4-star luxury, beachfront, spa.
- Close to the gay district.
- Luxurious, modern rooms.
- Ideal for relaxation and adventure, with beachfront access, spa services, and various activities, including scuba diving and dolphin swimming.
Renaissance Wind Creek
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4-star, private beach club, casino.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Elegant rooms with private balconies.
- Perfect for a luxurious escape, offering a private beach club, infinity pools, and a vibrant casino experience, all in a prime location.
Scuba Lodge & Suites
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, scuba diving, private beach.
- Close to the gay district.
- Modern units, sea views.
- An oceanfront haven for scuba enthusiasts, featuring diving lessons, private beach access, and comfortable apartments with sea views.
BijBlauw
4 Star, Location
- 4-star, seafront location, garden.
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars.
- Cozy, stylish, sea-facing rooms.
- Combines comfort with stunning sea views, offering a tranquil garden and proximity to Willemstad’s historic center, ideal for exploring local culture.
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