Caribana 2026 Weathers Rain and Delays to Close Out Four-Day Festival in Barbuda

Caribana 2026 Weathers Rain and Delays to Close Out Four-Day Festival in Barbuda

Caribana 2026 in Barbuda contended with rain delays, technical difficulties, and competing events across its four-day run. Organisers say the festival still delivered and are using the experience to strengthen plans for next year.

Thursday at 4:00 AM · Antigua Observer
Miami Runner Sets Course Record at 10th Annual Run In Paradise

Miami Runner Sets Course Record at 10th Annual Run In Paradise

Miami runner Alex Beach set a new course record of 1:17:57.00 in the 21k half marathon at the 10th edition of Run In Paradise on Sunday, edging out one of Antigua and Barbuda's leading long-distance runners.

Wednesday at 4:00 AM · Antigua Observer
Henry Urges Authorities to Open Top Cricket Venues for Local Matches

Henry Urges Authorities to Open Top Cricket Venues for Local Matches

Former national cricketer Nino Henry is urging authorities to make top venues like the Antigua Recreation Ground available for local matches more regularly, arguing that domestic players should not have to wait for international fixtures to compete at elite facilities.

Wednesday at 4:00 AM · Antigua Observer
Unbeaten Tahje Browne to Lead 11-Rider Team at OECS Cycling Championships

Unbeaten Tahje Browne to Lead 11-Rider Team at OECS Cycling Championships

Unbeaten local cyclist Tahje Browne will lead a team of 11 Antiguan and Barbudan riders at the 2026 OECS Cycling Championships, hosted on-island this Sunday. Browne, dominant on the local circuit this year, will compete in the Elite category.

Wednesday at 4:00 AM · Antigua Observer
Singing Julie Makes Caribana History with Calypso and Soca Double Crown

Singing Julie Makes Caribana History with Calypso and Soca Double Crown

Singing Julie has made Caribana history by claiming both the Calypso Monarch and Soca Monarch titles in a single night, successfully defending her calypso crown while also conquering a seven-artiste soca field. The double victory cements her place as the competition's most dominant performer.

May 26, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Caribana 2026 Launches in Barbuda with Strong Turnout and Full Weekend Lineup

Caribana 2026 Launches in Barbuda with Strong Turnout and Full Weekend Lineup

Caribana 2026 has kicked off in Barbuda under the theme "Culture and a Rhythmic Shift," with organisers reporting a strong opening night following a street parade and opening ceremony on Thursday. The festival runs through Monday.

May 22, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Guydadli Jets to Take 20 Players to Poland in Bid to Open Doors Abroad

Guydadli Jets to Take 20 Players to Poland in Bid to Open Doors Abroad

Guydadli Jets FC will travel to Poland in July with a 20-player squad to face third and first tier sides, as the club looks to create professional opportunities for its players following a strong Second Division season.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Four Young Cricketers Head to England on Ministry of Sport Exchange Programme

Four Young Cricketers Head to England on Ministry of Sport Exchange Programme

Four young Antiguan and Barbudan cricketers are set to travel to England this month as part of the Ministry of Sport's Cricket Exchange Programme, now in its seventh year. Michael Greaves, Hilroy Andrew, and Mikaeli Tonge are among those selected for the developmental opportunity.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Regional Referee Praises SVRS Staff After CWI Championship Final

Regional Referee Praises SVRS Staff After CWI Championship Final

Regional match referee Michael Ragoonath has praised Sir Vivian Richards Stadium staff for pitch conditions during the CWI Regional Championship four-day final between Trinidad and Tobago Red Force and Guyana Harpy Eagles.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Father-Son Cricket Duo Honoured with Lunch for Historic Local Partnership

Father-Son Cricket Duo Honoured with Lunch for Historic Local Partnership

Father-and-son cricket pair Kerry and Kerique Mentore were honoured with a celebratory lunch at Julees Restaurant following their historic partnership that led Rising Sun Spartans to their first Two-Day competition win in April.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Ex-National Footballer Abraham Enters ABFA Presidential Race, Cites Lack of Confidence in Field

Ex-National Footballer Abraham Enters ABFA Presidential Race, Cites Lack of Confidence in Field

Former national footballer Fernando "Nando" Abraham has entered the ABFA presidential race, citing a lack of confidence in previously declared candidates ahead of the May 21st electoral congress.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Browne Remains Unbeaten After Fourth Consecutive Win in 2026 Cycling Season

Browne Remains Unbeaten After Fourth Consecutive Win in 2026 Cycling Season

Wadadli Cycling Academy's Tahje Browne has extended his perfect start to the 2026 cycling season, winning the Robert Peters 2-Stage Race for his fourth consecutive victory. The national cyclist has now gone unbeaten in every race organised by the Antigua and Barbuda Cycling Federation this year.

May 21, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Line Dance Connection Returns to Stage After Seven-Year Absence

Line Dance Connection Returns to Stage After Seven-Year Absence

The Line Dance Connection returned to the stage Saturday night at St. Anthony's Secondary School, drawing a packed crowd for its first major performance since 2019 after a seven-year hiatus.

May 19, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Gonsalves Donates Footballs to Antigua Ball Masters Ahead of Trinidad Trip

Gonsalves Donates Footballs to Antigua Ball Masters Ahead of Trinidad Trip

Former national footballer Garfield 'Garry' Gonsalves has donated footballs to the Antigua Ball Masters as the team prepares for an upcoming trip to Trinidad and Tobago. The contribution highlights his continued dedication to football development in Antigua and Barbuda.

May 19, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Jones Century Leads Police to Dominant 290-Run Victory in Parish League

Jones Century Leads Police to Dominant 290-Run Victory in Parish League

Police demolished Seatons by 290 runs, powered by a century from Jeron Jones, while Sea View Farm defeated Mahico in the ACB Caribbean Parish League Sir Curtly Ambrose Ltd Overs Competition on Sunday.

May 19, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Scorpions Finish First Division Season in Style with 5-0 Rout of Five Islands FC

Scorpions Finish First Division Season in Style with 5-0 Rout of Five Islands FC

Freeman's Village Scorpions wrapped up their 2025/26 First Division season with a dominant 5-0 victory over Five Islands FC at the ABFA Technical Center on Sunday. The already-promoted side put on a commanding performance to close out their campaign in style ahead of their move to the Antigua Premier League.

May 18, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Da Project and Flyers Advance to D1 Basketball Finals After Sweeping Semifinals

Da Project and Flyers Advance to D1 Basketball Finals After Sweeping Semifinals

Da Project and Flyers have booked their spots in the ABBA Division 1 Playoff Finals after both sides swept their semifinal opponents two games to nil on Sunday night, as reported by Antigua Observer.

May 18, 2026 · Antigua Observer
Antiguan Jon Ferris Earns IFBB Pro Card with Dominant Win at Roger Boyce Classic

Antiguan Jon Ferris Earns IFBB Pro Card with Dominant Win at Roger Boyce Classic

Antiguan athlete Jon Ferris has been awarded an IFBB Pro Card after finishing first overall in the Senior Men's Physique category at the Roger Boyce Barbados Classic and World Cup. The achievement marks a landmark moment in Ferris's competitive bodybuilding career.

May 18, 2026 · Antigua Observer
ABCA President Vows Super 40 Final Will Be Played After Saturday Postponement

ABCA President Vows Super 40 Final Will Be Played After Saturday Postponement

ABCA President Leon "Kuma" Rodney has vowed that the Super 40 Championships final will be played after Saturday's match between the New Winthorpes Lions was postponed. The association plans to consult with match officials to determine a new date for the decider.

May 18, 2026 · Antigua Observer
WICB Championships Final Resumes After Pitch Scare at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

WICB Championships Final Resumes After Pitch Scare at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

The West Indies Championships final between Guyana Harpy Eagles and Trinidad and Tobago Red Force was briefly halted after just four deliveries due to pitch concerns at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, before resuming after lunch on day one. Grounds staff successfully addressed the hazardous conditions, leaving the four-day clash evenly balanced.

May 18, 2026 · Antigua Observer