01 · Fog Angels — Fantasy Island
Fantasy Island is Fog Angels’ 2026 presentation, with several costume options to explore. Start with the section designs, then look at the full road package.
Mas Bands & Costumes · Tobago 2026
Tobago Carnival 2026 Mas Band Guide
Find your costume, choose your crew and plan your time on the road. Explore Tobago’s 2026 Pretty Mas, J’ouvert and Night Mas options, with organizer links and practical registration advice.
Picture the moment: your costume on, your people beside you, and that soca track you’ve been playing all summer coming through the truck speakers. Choosing your band is part of bringing that moment together.
There’s more than one way to find your place on Tobago’s road: costume and presentation in Pretty Mas, an early morning of J’ouvert, or an evening of Night Mas. Build your weekend around one experience or combine them. Give yourself time to enjoy each one.
This guide brings together selected Pretty Mas, J’ouvert and Night Mas options, rather than a complete official roster. Some entries include linked 2026 listings; others are band’s to contact for current details. Inclusion does not confirm registration availability.
Your Tobago Road Weekend
The festival weekend runs October 30–November 1, 2026. The linked J’ouvert listings fall on Saturday, October 31, with Night Mas that evening. Fog Angels lists Pretty Mas for Sunday, November 1. Follow your chosen band’s final instructions for meeting points and start times. All times are local to Tobago.
Pretty Mas Bands · J’ouvert Lineup · Night Mas · Frontline vs. Backline · Before You Put Money Down · Costume Collection & Your Road Plan
01 · Pretty Mas: Choose Your Road Crew
Let the design catch your eye, then compare the bodywear, feather pieces and package details. Choose a costume you’ll enjoy wearing as much as photographing.
02 · MVP Mas — Treasures of Tobago
MVP’s Treasures of Tobago includes Emerald Desires, Lovers Bay, Solstice Majesty, Mystic Forest and Coral Bloom–Party. Browse the designs and compare the options within your chosen section.
03 · Iconic Mas — The Fifth Empire Has Risen
Iconic Mas is known for bringing high-fashion glamour and editorial-grade costume presentation to the Scarborough stage. For masqueraders who want intricate wire bra craftsmanship, dramatic frontline showstoppers, and runway aesthetics on the road, Iconic consistently sets a high visual bar.
04 · Zain Carnival
Keep Zain Carnival on your Pretty Mas shortlist. When a section reveal catches your eye, use it to start a conversation about fit, availability and how registration works.
05 · Bago Limers — Pretty Mas
Considering Bago Limers for your costume day? Head to the band’s Pretty Mas page to explore its offering and follow its registration instructions.
06 · Abundance Carnival — First Spirit
Led by creative designer Dr. Carlana Ramlochansingh, Abundance Carnival brings a rich cultural soul and artistic storytelling to the Tobago road. Their presentations celebrate indigenous heritage and fantasy themes with vibrant, thoughtfully engineered bodywear designed for real masquerader movement.
02 · The J’ouvert Lineup: Paint, Powder, Mud & Foam
J’ouvert brings a different energy to the weekend: an early start, soca in the morning air, and clothes you’re ready to get messy. Paint, powder, foam and oil vary by section. Choose your crew, read its package details, and plan time afterward to clean up and rest.
Band updates may arrive through social media, registration platforms or ticket pages. Follow the band’s own instructions through to checkout. Below are linked offerings and additional crews to contact directly.
Fog Angels J’ouvert
Fog Angels lists J’ouvert for Saturday, October 31, 4–10 a.m. Browse these options separately from its Pretty Mas costumes.
Rebelz J’ouvert × bLush Carnival
Paint, water and foam are the advertised mix for Rebelz × bLush on Saturday, October 31, 6–10 a.m.
Dirty Medics × Iconic Mas
Dirty Medics × Iconic Mas is listed for Saturday, October 31, 4–11 a.m. If this is your crew, use the registration page and get your road instructions directly from the organizer.
JABB Tobago — Iconic Mas Section
JABB has its own section within Iconic Mas J’ouvert on Saturday, October 31, 4–9 a.m. Its listing advertises black paint/oil, gear and DJs. Registration is separate from Dirty Medics.
Bago Limers J’ouvert
Bago Limers is another crew to explore for your Tobago weekend. Ask the band for its current J’ouvert offering and the registration route for your selected package.
Also explore: Its Pretty Mas page is featured in the costume section above.
Casato Promotions
Considering Casato Promotions for J’ouvert? Get the current presentation and package details directly from the organizer, then work the collection and meeting times into your weekend.
Jade Monkey Carnival
If Jade Monkey is on your shortlist, ask for the current Carnival package and its registration instructions. Confirm which road experience your purchase covers before building the rest of your day around it.
03 · Night Mas: Mas Under the Stars
Take your mas into the evening. The linked Night Mas listings fall on Saturday, October 31, giving you another road option to compare with your fête plans. If you’re also playing J’ouvert, leave room to eat, reset and make the evening start.
NEON — Cosmic Carnival Tribe
Highlighter Entertainment’s NEON is listed in Scarborough for Saturday, October 31, 7 p.m.–Sunday, November 1, 1 a.m. Explore the costume offering alongside the ticket options, then follow the organizer’s sizing instructions after purchase.
AfterGlow Night Mas
AfterGlow, from Luxe Promotions, is listed in Scarborough for Saturday, October 31, 7 p.m.–midnight. Use the organizer’s listing for booking and ask for costume, package and collection details.
MVP — A-Z Night Mas
A-Z Night Mas is among MVP’s 2026 offerings. If you’re exploring MVP’s costumes, compare this evening option too. Use its section details to confirm the schedule and what your registration covers.
04 · Frontline vs. Backline: Find Your Fit
You’ll wear this costume, carry its pieces and dance in it. Let the look excite you, then think about fit, weight and freedom of movement. Labels and inclusions vary by band.
| Option | What to consider | Ask the band |
|---|---|---|
| Backline or simpler bodywear | Coverage, fit and movement | Which accessories and cuts are included? |
| Midline or smaller feather pieces | Weight and harness fit | What changes from the backline design? |
| Frontline or larger feather pieces | Backpack size and transport space | Can pieces be removed, and is storage available? |
| Male or alternative bodywear | Cuts, sizes and customization | Which designs are available in your preferred fit? |
| Individual or custom design | Fittings, handling and support | What is the full cost and delivery plan? |
Choose What You’ll Enjoy Wearing
You don’t have to choose the largest backpack to have your moment. Pick the design that lets you feel good, move comfortably and enjoy your time with your crew.
05 · Before You Put Money Down
- Know the currency: Check whether the price is in TTD or USD. Compare the final total, including fees and upgrades.
- Read the payment terms: Confirm the deposit, balance deadline, refund policy and rules for changes or cancellations.
- Measure for your band: Follow its sizing guide and ask about fit before submitting your order.
- Check the purchase: Pretty Mas, J’ouvert, Night Mas and event passes may be separate registrations.
- Buying a resale? Get the band’s approved transfer procedure before paying the seller.
- Keep your confirmation: Save your receipt, section, size and organizer contact together.
06 · Costume Collection & Your Road Plan
Put collection on your itinerary alongside your parties. Get your band’s date, opening hours and location before filling the rest of the day.
- Collecting for a friend? Ask which authorization and identification documents the band requires.
- Check your package: Compare it with your order while staff are available to help with missing pieces or fit questions.
- Get the road instructions: Save the assembly pin, arrival time and finish point. Arrange your return transport.
- Know the amenities: Confirm food, drinking water, toilets, rest areas and any accessibility arrangements you need.
- Pack for small repairs: Safety pins, anti-chafe balm, body tape and spare fasteners can be useful, depending on your costume.
Build the Rest of Your Tobago Weekend
Once you’ve locked down your mas, make sure the rest of your trip aligns. Check our Tobago Fêtes & Events Guide to build your party schedule, and use our Where to Stay Guide to choose the right accommodation base.