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What an exciting day in Trinidad and Tobago! The stage is set. The kings and queens are ready. The Monarch will rise. Radio stations across the nation are blasting Soca music, and the vibe is electric.
Today the nation is getting ready, and tonight is the night that Trinidad’s Carnival reaches its crescendo with Dimanche Gras 2026—a dazzling showcase of masquerade royalty and the Calypso Monarch Finals. Fans of the Kings and Queens will be thrilled with the creations, but Calypso enthusiasts can't wait to see if one of the female contestants will become the Calypso Monarch.
Join us tonight as we take in all the action live from the Carnival Mecca. Catch every moment live and free via TTT and WACK Visual Radio 90.1FM. From majestic costumes to lyrical fire, this is Carnival’s soul on full display.
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Calypso Monarch Finalists Order of Appearance
- Ta'Zyah O'Connor - Cast Them Away
- Yung Bredda - The Messenger
- Nicole Thomas-Clarke - Sacrifice
- Giselle Fraser/GG - A Village Can't
- Kerice Pascall - No Conscience
- Rivaldo London - Water Thicker
- Rikki Jai - Doh Spoil Meh Name
- Terri Lyons - Blessings
- Karene Asche - Nobody Wins Until
- Muhammad Muwakil/Freetown Collective
- Helon Francis - (Song not announced) - Reigning Monarch
- Roslyn Reid Hayes/Roslyn - Calypso Calling Me
Brian London is the Reserve (in case one of the qualifiers cannot compete)
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: Dimanch Gras 2026
What: Kings and Queens of the Bands + Calypso Monarch Finals
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Masquerade + Calypso
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