Ultimate Crop Over
Exclusivity at its finest; join us at Barbados Carnival in 2026!
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Welcome to the Ultimate Crop Over Experience
Work | Fête | Lime | Repeat
Here’s a sneak peek of what awaits you:
- Ocean-View Accommodations: Your home away from home, offering breathtaking views and the pinnacle of Caribbean comfort.
- Effortless Costume Experience: No running around town – we handle the pickup, delivery, and fitting of your fabulous costume.
- All-Inclusive Fête Access: Your party tickets and event access? Coordinated seamlessly, leaving you worry-free to dance the night away.
- Ultimate Crop Over Survival Kit: Packed with essentials, ensuring you’re ready to conquer the summer carnival experience with ease.
- IG-Ready Photoshoot: Capture the magic in your stunning costume with a photoshoot that’ll leave your Instagram feed on fire.
- Convenient Accommodation Options: Whether you prefer solo or sharing the experience with a roommate, we’ve got you covered.
- And here’s the best part – we take care of the research and host you throughout your stay. It’s time to let loose in a safe and vibrant group environment, surrounded by the energy of fellow carnival enthusiasts.
Ready to have a time? Here’s what you can expect:
THE 5-NIGHT PREMIUM EXPERIENCE
Picture this:
Barbados, the epitome of luxury and exclusivity. Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of the ocean, surrounded by the beauty of not one, but two white-sand beaches.
And that’s just the beginning.
Barbados Crop Over 2026 Package Inclusions
Pricing is per person in USD, based on double occupancy **PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE**- *Indicates the starting price of our 5-night Premium Experience, dependent on payment method, room occupancy, final travel dates and Upgrades.
- Traveled with us before? Get $100 off your package! Just complete your registration form and make your payment. We’ll handle your credit on our end.
- All Paid-in-full packages will receive a 10% discount plus a FREE Frontline costume upgrade with Aura!
- Travel dates: Thurs July 30 to Tues Aug 4, 2026
- Accommodations at the beautiful Hilton Barbados Resort, located on 2 white-sand beaches. Includes a daily, fresh and delicious buffet breakfast and WiFi access. The resort offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea!
- No Carnival experience is complete without your costume! You’ll get a beautiful Backline costume with Aura, an all-inclusive band house (costume provider) in Barbados. Get immersed in the Kadooment Parade in full costume, dancing through the streets!
- Get your face done for the Kadooment Parade with our glam squad doing your Carnival makeup. Includes full makeup application, lashes, gems and glitter to coordinate with your costume.
- Ticket to one (1) all-inclusive party (fête) to drink and eat til yuh belly full!
- Air-conditioned ground transportation to everything on your itinerary including round-trip airport transfers.
- Access to the exhilarating street festival known as Foreday Morning, which is a spectacle of paint and bacchanal (and so much fun!)
- Three (3) day trips: (1) a visit to Oistins, a local fishing village for their Friday night fish fry and party, (2) fine-dining brunch at Tides Restaurant located on the famed “Platinum Coast” of Barbados and (3) a tipsy rum tasting at the Mount Gay Rum Factory.
- Not included: Round trip flight to Barbados from your home, your personal expenses and some meals.
Here are Your Unmissable Bonuses:
Complimentary professional travel photos with our UCO Paparazzi capturing those unforgettable moments including a full costume photoshoot
Delivery of your photos via a Digital Photo Album
Access to your WhatsApp Community Forum
Members-only Webinars plus a virtual meet-and-greet with your Ultimate Crop Over Ambassadors
Digital Travel Guide including a digital packing list, travel hack guides, UCO Google calendar, travel health and safety resources and much more
UCO Survival Kit – trust us, you’ll need it!
Hassle-free costume pickup, delivery, fitting and even exchanges
Destination-themed playlist
And finally, Dedicated Customer Support from your Ultimate Crop Over Ambassadors, right there with you in Barbados!
5-night Premium Experience Pricing:
Triple Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$3,486 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$3,873 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Double Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$3,815 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$4,239 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Single occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$5,933 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$6,592 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Meet your Barbados Carnival Ambassadors
Our team of Ambassadors will travel with you and we’ll be getting you ready for Ultimate Crop Over!
Esha and Tarik Davis
Co-Founders, Events by Ashé LLC
Say hello to Esha and Tarik Davis, the dynamic duo behind Events by Ashé LLC. Esha’s got that Trini spirit coursing through her veins, sharing all the local secrets, from the tastiest eats to the must-see spots. Meanwhile, Carnival Connoisseur Tarik spills all the Trinidad & Tobago hacks he’s gathered over the years. They’re like your carnival compasses!
Our love story? Well, it all started amidst the vibrant beats of Trinidad Carnival in 2006. Yep, that’s us in costume, meeting for the first time! 🎭❤️
Once we started swapping Carnival tales, we realized something crucial. There were so many kindred spirits like us, craving the Carnival buzz but feeling lost amidst the chaos of planning – tickets, costumes, safe stays? Sounds familiar?
And that’s how the magic began! Ultimate Trinidad Carnival burst onto the scene, followed by Ultimate Crop Over, Ultimate Spicemas and Ultimate St. Lucia Carnival. We’re on a mission to sprinkle confidence and banish your worries, making your Carnival journey a drama-free delight.
When we say we’ve got you covered, we mean it! Forget the planning stress – all you need to do is book that flight, toss some beachwear in your suitcase, and show up at the airport. We’ll handle the rest, from A+ BBB ratings to being your safety superheroes.
Trust us, our team is not just about the party life (though we’re quite the pros), we’re also beach-lounging, ‘liming’ aficionados. Think of our entire team as your Carnival guides who bring the fun and safety while leaving room for those sandy beach moments!
What else should you know about us?
100% of our clients say they would recommend us to others
Over 75% of our clients say that they loved our package concept AND they booked with us because they wanted someone to take care of their Experience for them
100% of our clients are “extremely satisfied” and “very satisfied” with their overall Experience
Read on to learn more!
Don’t just take our word for it…
Read what our Carnivalistas have to say
“Going to a party at 4 am. This was an experience that I will never forget. The eye-opening experience was getting all dolled up in costume for the parade really was fun for me. I loved my first time experience in full costume.”
“This whole trip was life changing for me! My everyday life all I did was work, work, work. Then I go to Barbados and it felt like I re-found myself. I’m just enjoying life living in the moment! Such a wonderful experience.”
“Dancing with the children, speaking (and trying) to understand a luxurious language and especially complimenting the beautifully seasoned WOMEN of Barbados was a highlight for me! #good-energy-vibes. Also, In true Kadooment style, I chose and gave my backpack to a pretty young lady whose smile meant the world to me!”
Enhance Your Barbados Carnival Experience by Upgrading with our Exclusive Itineraries
2-night Upgrade
Elevate Your Experience to a 7-Night Extravaganza!
Travel dates:
Wed July 29 to Wed Aug 5, 2026
7 nights in total with the 5-night Premium Experience
What’s Included:
A Spectacular Catamaran Day Cruise: Sail away into paradise on a luxurious catamaran, a completely all-inclusive experience, where crystal-clear waters and endless blue skies await
Breakfast and Bubbly Boat Party: Indulge in the ultimate morning celebration with a sumptuous breakfast spread and bubbly delights, set against the backdrop of stunning ocean views and set to the rhythms of soca music
Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrade
This Upgrade is for the Carnival Diva who wants to go all out!
Travel dates:
With 5-night Premium Experience: Thurs July 30 to Tues Aug 4, 2026 OR
With 2-night Upgrade: Wed July 29 to Wed Aug 5, 2026
What’s included:
Frontline Costume and VIP Parade Access: Step into the spotlight with a dazzling frontline costume and air-conditioned VIP access to the legendary Crop Over Parade
Customized Accessories: Elevate your carnival look with personalized accessories, including footwear, a pouch and a drinks cup – because every detail matters
Personalized Carnival Makeup Session: Let our expert makeup artists transform you into a true Carnival Queen with a personalized makeup session tailored to your unique style
Spa Treatment of Your Choice: Relax and rejuvenate with a luxurious spa treatment of your choice, because self-care is essential during Barbados Carnival season!
Ultimate Crop Over Upgrade Pricing:
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night Upgrade
Triple Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$4,611 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$5,123 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night Upgrade
Double Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$4,938 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$5,486 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night Upgrade
Single occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$7,889 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$8,766 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrade
Triple Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$5,694 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$6,327 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrade
Double Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$6,023 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$6,692 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrade
Single occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$8,141 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$9,045 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrades
Triple Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$6,819 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$7,576 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrades
Double Occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$7,145 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$7,939 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
5-night Premium Experience + 2-night + Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrades
Single occupancy (per person)
Paid in full
$10,097 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$11,219 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Don’t just take our word for it…
Read what our Carnivalistas have to say
“I loved how everything was done for me and I didn’t have to stress out about things! I also loved the music, dancing and meeting new people.”
“My travel experience was absolutely wonderful! Esha and Grace were always making sure that the group was enjoying this memorable, life-changing journey. All anyone has to do is buy their plane ticket, pick their costume, pack their suitcase and get ready to have the Ultimate Summer Carnival Experience.”
“Limerz Cruise followed by the beach party was my favourite memory of entire trip. I liked the pace of the activities on this trip because it allowed for adequate rest time in between. I love my sleep!!!”
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbados Carnival
I’ll be traveling to Barbados alone because none of my friends or family want to go. Can you find a roommate for me?
Absolutely! We’ve worked with several of our clients over the years to match them up with roommates. Roommates during Crop Over time usually form lasting friendships. Here’s how it works: when we get 2 people looking for a roommate, we’ll reach out to you both via email so you can connect. You’ll then decide if you’d like to talk over the phone or even meet up if you’re in the same city!
With a roommate, you can take advantage of our double occupancy pricing.
You may also want to consider a single occupancy package if you’d prefer to room alone. See the single supplement information above in the 5-night Premium Experience section for details – click here.
In regards to the costumes, which band are you associated with?
Firstly in our opinion, it’s not Crop Over without a costume! 🙂 Not only will you have more fun, you’ll also have the convenience and safety of being with our group.
Secondly, our costume provider of choice is Aura. They’re an all-inclusive costume provider in Barbados. As a part of the Aura experience, you’ll get a beautiful costume, lunch, full bar access, security, rest stations and stand-by emergency services (just in case you need it).
We’re confident that Aura will take care of you, provide you with a beautiful costume and show you a GREAT time!
Is there an opportunity to upgrade to a Frontline costume in your 5-night Premium Experience?
Yes! If you’d like a larger costume than the Backline costume included in our 5-night Premium Experience, you can upgrade to a Frontline costume. You can either buy the Ultimate Carnivalista Upgrade OR just purchase a Frontline upgrade on its own.
We’ll let you know the exact upgrade costs in March 2026 when Aura launches their costumes on their website.
What parties (fêtes) are included in your 5-night Premium Experience and 2-night Upgrade?
Our Ultimate Crop Over fêtes have been selected so you get to experience one of the best things about Crop Over – partying on the beautiful Caribbean Sea! The fêtes included in our packages are “tried, tested and true” so you’re guaranteed to have a great time. See below for specifics:
5-night Premium Experience: Sun Aug 2 – Limerz Cruise (all-inclusive). Includes access to the boat party and the after party on de beach.
2-night Upgrade: Thurs July 30 – Ruk-a-Tuk, which is a breakfast and bubbly boat party (not to be missed!)
Are flights included in your Barbados Carnival packages?
Your flight to Barbados is not included in our 5-night Premium Experience. To purchase your own flight, the airport code in Barbados is BGI.
Please note that currently, an electronic Barbados Arrival Form is required for all visitors to Barbados. We will share this link with you to complete before your arrival.
Passports are required to enter Barbados. Also, please double check to ensure that your passport does not expire within 6 months of your travel date.
How do I register more than 1 person?
Each person in your travel party will need to register themselves in the “register today” section on this page.
After completing our registration form, click “submit” and you’ll be directed to PayPal to make your payment. You do not a PayPal account to make your deposit. After we receive your payment, you’ll be sent a confirmation email of your registration.
Please make sure your travel companion(s) complete their registration forms within 48 hours to confirm their spots. Registrations will not be confirmed without payment AND a completed registration form per person.
What’s your refund policy?
Should you provide written notice to Events by Ashé of your Ultimate Crop Over cancellation, our refund policy is:
- On or before November 30, 2025, I will receive a refund of 65% of the payment I made for the Activities;
- Between December 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026, I will receive a refund of 50% of the payment I made for the Activities; or
- Between April 1, 2026 and May 1, 2026, I will receive a refund of 25% of the payment I have made for activities; or
- On or after May 2, 2026, I will not receive a refund in any amount.
- Please note: the refund amount is based upon the sale price of the trip and does not include any transaction or other related fees.
- Should your account not be in good standing (i.e. 1 missed payment or more), you are not eligible for refund payments of ANY amount.
Should there be a cancellation by the Barbadian government of Crop Over 2026, our intention is to offer you the following options:
- Secure your spot and direct your deposit and payments made to Ultimate Summer Carnival 2027 in August 2027. We’ll advise you of your new payment plan.
- If you’d like, you can also transfer your payments made towards your package to our Ultimate Trinidad Carnival Experience. We’ll advise you of your new payment plan.
- Provide you with a full refund, less any irrecoverable fees or costs incurred to date.
- Please note: should your account not be in good standing (i.e. 1 missed payment or more), you are not eligible for refund payments of ANY amount.
We have also noted any further applicable terms and conditions. They’re all contained within our registration form which you’ll see when you complete your registration.
Are the prices listed per person, even if I’m sharing a room with someone?
Yes, the prices listed on our website are per person, single occupancy (1 person in the room), double occupancy (2 people sharing a room) or triple occupancy (3 people sharing a room) in US dollars, unless otherwise indicated.
Torn between our 2026 Summer Carnivals?
Why choose?
INTRODUCING OUR EARLY ACCESS COMBO
Join us in Barbados AND Grenada in 2026 for 1 low price
Early Access Combo Inclusions
Pricing is USD, based on double occupancy **PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE**- Early Access Combo travel dates: Thurs July 30 to Wed Aug 12, 2026
- Get our 5-night Premium Experience first in Barbados with Ultimate Crop Over plus…
- At Ultimate Spicemas in Grenada, get our 5-night Premium Experience with an exclusive 3-night Upgrade!
- Includes your one way flight from Barbados to Grenada
- And 1 more Bonus for you: with our Early Access Combo, you’ll get an extra all-inclusive fete ticket in Grenada and savings starting at $300 for booking both travel experiences together!
- Not included: Round trip flight from your home and your personal expenses.
Early Access Combo Pricing:
Early Access Combo
Triple occupancy
Paid in full:
$8,664 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$9,627 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Early Access Combo
Double occupancy
Paid in full:
$9,205 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$10,227 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
Early Access Combo
Single occupancy
Paid in full:
$13,614 US
Easy Payment Plan:
$15,127 US
$350 deposit required. Payment plan details coming soon!
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