Published on 31-Jan-22

POS, Trinidad - Monday 31st January 2022 -- The National Carnival Commission of Trinidad and Tobago Press Conference on the "Taste of Carnival 2022" was held earlier today at the NCC VIP Lounge, Carnival City Grand Stand, Queen's Park Savannah. NCC Chairman, Winston "Gypsy" Peters updated the public on the Commission's preparations to date as follows.

Summary

Proposed budget is 25-30 million dollars
Taste of Carnival 2022 will be showcasing Calypso Tents/Fiestas/Monarch, King and Queen Competition, Steelpan
Three (3) designated Safe Venues; Queen's Park Savannah, Queen's Hall, Naparima Bowl
Using Outdoor area which allows for 50% capacity
Introduction of isolated Pods at venues
Pods can hold 6-9 person and will be managed by security
All NCC events are for fully vaccinated patrons only
In conjunction with the North Central Regional Health Authority (NCRHA), the NCC will offer all carnival patrons, practitioners, artistes 2 days of checkups and vaccinations to ensure health and wellness
1st event will be held February 4th, which will be virtual Calypso show. Then live show on February 11th.
All events will have an entrance fee
TTT should be airing official NCC events

Watch NCC's "Taste of Carnival 2022 Press Conference"
https://www.facebook.com/tttliveonline/videos/1889729184554328