FAQs

Costumes may be viewed at our pop-up showroom at #59 Alberto Street, Woodbrook. Our showroom hours are Monday – Friday 12pm – 6pm. Costume images can also be viewed via our online galleries and virtual showroom.

Costume registration takes place during July/August prior to Carnival, until sold out. For more details on registration, click here. For assistance with registration, please email info@losttribecarnival.com.

For registration, you need the following:

Size Information

Ladies: Bra Size (34A, B, C, etc), Hipband Size (in inches), Bottom Piece Size (S, M, L, etc), Bra Option, Bottom Piece option

Men: Waist Size (in inches)

Get more information on bra sizing and bottoms options here.

Downpayment TT$2,000 (US$320).
Or $1200 in August and $1200 by the end of September.

Always register through an official THE LOST TRIBE channel to ensure registration is valid: THE LOST TRIBE Committee Member/ THE LOST TRIBE Marketing Affiliate/ THE LOST TRIBE Mas Camp

Costumes may come with options for larger headpieces, backpacks, and other embellishments at an additional cost. These options will be detailed on the registration page and in the section photo galleries, along with the cost.

Downpayments are due within 5 days of registration. You can pay with a credit card online (VISA and Mastercard ONLY) or at our showroom via Cash & local Visa Debit or Credit Card).

We are located at: #59 Alberto Street, Woodbrook
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 12 – 6pm.

Carnival costumes are made to order – only costumes with downpayments are put into production.

Yes, if there is a sold-out section you would like to register in, please email us at info@losttribecarnival.com. However, we cannot guarantee a spot.

Yes when you register you can assign a delegate or you can email us at info@losttribecarnival.com and we can add it for you.This person must walk with a valid form of ID and your QR code to collect.

The costume collection schedule will be emailed to all masqueraders, and posted on our website and social media. Different sections will have different distribution dates. The final date of costume distribution is Carnival Friday, after which all uncollected costumes will no longer be available.

You can collect your costume on any day after your designated date, however, priority is given to persons collected on their designated day.

Your downpayment must be paid upon registration, otherwise your order will be incomplete and immediately cancelled. Costumes must be paid in full by December 31st, 2025. Masqueraders can also make advance payments at THE LOST TRIBE Mas Camp (Cash & local Visa Debit only) and online via Credit Card (Visa & MasterCard) through our registration website. For online registrations, payments must be made within 24 hours of booking.

All costumes must be paid in full before collection as our distribution centers are payment free.

THE LOST TRIBE accepts Cash and local Visa Debit in-house, and Credit Card (Visa & MasterCard) online through our registration website. Cheques are not accepted for payment.

Costumes are all custom-made to the measurements verified during the registration process, please ensure you have the correct information when booking. If you still need further assistance, please visit the Customer Service area at our Distribution centre.

You will receive your Costume Package, a THE LOST TRIBE Goody Bag, filled with carnival essentials and your THE LOST TRIBE Wristband. Your costume is not complete without a wristband and masqueraders not wearing their wristbands will be removed from the band.

Please send any comments to info@losttribecarnival.com or via our feedback form at losttribecarnival.com/contact-us

Please send an email to info@losttribecarnival.com with your information so that we can update our records with your correct email address. We will send a confirmation once your address has been updated.

The details of our package are available here.

THE LOST TRIBE is affiliated with Red Ants, Ultimate Events Ltd., TRIBE Carnival, Bliss Carnival, Harts Carnival, Mad J’Ouvert, among others. Please visit the ‘Registration‘ page for a list of affiliates. Please do not be fooled by any other groups posing as THE LOST TRIBE partners.

Please email the Mas Camp at info@losttribecarnival.com or contact the Mas Camp for information on individual costumes.

Unfortunately, due to constraints with our band size, THE LOST TRIBE does not allow masqueraders to design their own costumes.

Our Monday Merchandise line is available to purchase during the costume registration process.

The band lineup is published in the Member’s Guide which masqueraders receive at costume distribution. The band lineup is based on a variety of factors and hence cannot be determined at the time of registration.

Please email our Band Leader with your proposal at info@losttribecarnival.com

THE LOST TRIBE only allows paying masqueraders to jump in the band. Non-masqueraders may observe from the sidelines outside the band, however, they will not be allowed to participate.

All Carnival Bands in our group are separate bands with separate routes. Masqueraders cannot switch between bands.

THE LOST TRIBE offers a variety of DJs with different styles to appeal to every masquerader. Each truck features a different DJ group. THE LOST TRIBE also has a live riddim section and tassa band.

The starting point is located in Port of Spain – be sure to check your Member’s Guide (published during Costume Distribution) for specifics!

Trinidad Carnival 2026 takes place on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th February, 2026.