History was made on Monday Aug. 3^rd, as for the first time in the Miss Caribbean Culture Queen pageant’s 20-year history, Antigua and Barbuda won the competition.

Antigua and Barbuda’s Queen Zaine Frederick earned 1,425 points and also won the awards for Best Talent and Best Evening Gown.

Tresjeur Dedier of St. Kitts placed first runner-up with 1,409 points, while Guyana’s Miriam Alexander finished second runner-up with 1,396 points.

Previously, Guyana two peated (winning the last 2 years) while Nevis’ Renee Davis won the Best Swimwear segment.

Further, the C-52 Cultural Street Parade and Last Lap was held through the streets of Charlestown, Nevis on Tuesday, August 4^th, 2026 which represented the final event for the festival.