The St. Kitts and Nevis National Carnival Committee (SKNNCC) has clarified recent concerns surrounding the positioning of Mas Bands for the upcoming Sugar Mas 53 Grand Parade by hosting a selection event for all registered Mas Bands to choose their designated positions for the grand parade.

The initial positions selected included:

1^st Ultra Carnival, 2^nd Iconic Mas, 3^rd Zus Carnival, 4^th Novali Mas,

5^th Luxe Carnival

In subsequent discussions with Novali Mas and Iconic Mas, both bands confirmed their plans to showcase traditional clown sections as part of their bands. To maintain the traditional nature of the Grand Parade and avoid interference from clowns, the bands involved agreed to place them at the end, aligning with last year’s arrangement.

In light of this adjustment, the SKNNCC communicated the changes to all Mas Bands. The revised positions, reflecting the need for this modification, were as follows:

1^st Ultra 2^nd Zus 3^rd Luxe 4^th Iconic 5^th Novali

Following further dialogue with the respective bands that were affected by the SKNNCC’s directive  —Novali, Iconic, Luxe and Zus—a collective agreement was reached to amend the final positioning of the Mas Bands for the grand parade to:

1^st Ultra Carnival, 2^nd  Luxe Carnival, 3^rd  Zus Carnival, 4^th  Novali Mas,

5^th  Iconic Mas

The SKNNCC deeply regrets any confusion stemming from the initial adjustment that was done without consultation with all of the affected bands and extends heartfelt thanks to all participating bands for their patience and understanding.