SAN NICOLAS SET TO SHINE: ALL SMAC EVENTS MOVE TO CARNIVAL VILLAGE FOR CARNAVAL 72
Aruba’s carnival spirit is heading “p’ariba” (up-south) this year! A major move for Carnaval 72, the Stichting Maneho di Carnaval Aruba (SMAC) has officially announced that all its signature events will be hosted at the Carnival Village in San Nicolas.
This strategic shift comes through a new powerhouse alliance between SMAC, Ambiensis Entertainment, and Stichting Musica. The goal? To streamline production quality, maximize cost efficiency, and finally utilize the Carnival Village for its true purpose.
“In 2014, Carnival Village was inaugurated, and it is only right that we use it and honor its purpose,” stated Larissa Bermudez of SMAC.
Why the Move Matters
While SMAC has hosted events in San Nicolas before, logistical hurdles and high individual production costs often made it difficult. This three-way collaboration aims to solve those issues, signaling a long-term commitment to completing the Carnival Village project and keeping future event costs low for the community.
The Scedule: “Ambiente den 72”
The festivities kick off this weekend. Here is your schedule for the major competitions at Carnival Village:
| Date | Event |
| Jan 9 | Children & Youth Calypso and Roadmarch |
| Jan 10 | Youth Queen & Mrs. Carnival Elections |
| Jan 11 | Children Queen & Grand Carnival Queen Elections |
| Jan 16 | Children & Youth Tumba Festival |
| Jan 17 | Aruba Tumba Festival 54 |
Ticketing & Viewing Options
Whether you want to be in the heart of San Nicolas or watch from your couch, there are options for every fan:
- In-Person Tickets: Available via pay.aw.
- Adults: Awg 25
- Children: Awg 15
- VIP Seating: Awg 50
- Pay-Per-View (PPV): Can’t make it to the Village? Catch the “Ambiente den 72” package featuring all five events for Awg 115 at isladicarnaval.com.
For event layouts, entry rules, and official flyers, follow Isla di Carnaval on Facebook and Instagram.
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