If you are traveling in the months of July and August, don’t miss the annual Antigua Carnival. Antigua’s Carnival is a 10-day festival that begins in the last week of July and celebrates the earliest abolition of slavery in the British Caribbean. During the festival, visitors are able to experience and view elaborate costumes, pageants, talent shows and traditional Antiguan music. In addition to these major activities, the Carnival includes numerous smaller events, such as food fairs, concerts and cultural shows.