ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA (July 20, 2026) – ‘The Biggest Party’ in Sport, returns to the ‘Home of Party Cricket’ from August 20 to August 25 2026, as Antigua and Barbuda once again welcomes the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League to the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium for six unforgettable days of exciting cricket, carnival energy, culture and camaraderie as passionate fans come together under the lights for electrifying matches that only the twin-island paradise can deliver.
Cricket fans can cheer on the dynamic Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in four exciting home matches against, St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots, Trinbago Knight Riders, Guyana Amazon Warriors and Barbados Tridents at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, with every game beginning at 7:00 p.m. local time.
Chief Marketing Officer for the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, Charmaine Spencer noted that, “Sports tourism continues to be an important component of Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism strategy to diversify visitor experiences, extend visitor stays, encourage group travel, and strengthen year-round tourism demand.
Events such as CPL also provide us with the opportunity to showcase our hospitality, beauty, and culture as we invite visitors to explore all the destination has to offer beyond the cricket”, added Spencer.
Sabrina Webster, Brand & Marketing Communications Manager, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, pointed out that, “Our 2026 campaign, ‘Come for the Fete, Stay for the Match’, invites fans to experience the very best of Antigua and Barbuda through the energy and excitement of CPL. From the lively Party Stand and the relaxed Grass Mound to the elevated Premium Hospitality suites, each Falcons home match is designed to offer something special for every fan.”
“This is what makes Antigua and Barbuda the Home of Party Cricket. We invite fans to come for the fete, stay for the match, and leave with memories that will bring them back again and again”, Webster said.
In Antigua and Barbuda, the celebration does not end when the final wicket falls. Visitors travelling for CPL are encouraged to experience the destination beyond the stadium.
From award-winning beaches and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nelson’s Dockyard to local cuisine, island adventures and rich cultural experiences, Antigua and Barbuda offers the perfect opportunity to pair world-class cricket with an unforgettable Caribbean vacation.
Whether travelling for cricket, or a late summer escape, Antigua and Barbuda invites cricket lovers, diaspora travellers, vacationers, and first-time visitors alike to experience the CPL 2026 and be immersed in the destination which is proudly known as the ‘Home of Party Cricket’.
Tickets for CPL 2026 matches in Antigua and Barbuda are available through the official CPL website, the official ticketing platform, RUBIS Service Stations and the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons CPL 2026 Home Schedule (Sir Vivian Richards Stadium)
All matches are scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM local time:
- Thursday, August 20: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs. St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Saturday, August 22: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs. Trinbago Knight Riders
- Sunday, August 23: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs. Guyana Amazon Warriors
- Tuesday, August 25: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs. Barbados Tridents
For more information on cricketing events in Antigua and Barbuda, go to visitantiguabarbuda.com/sports
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ABOUT ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Antigua (pronounced An-tee’ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. The twin-island paradise offers visitors two uniquely distinct experiences, ideal temperatures year-round, a rich history, vibrant culture, exhilarating excursions, award-winning resorts, mouth-watering cuisine and 365 stunning pink and white-sand beaches – one for every day of the year. The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, Antigua comprises 108-square miles with rich history and spectacular topography that provides a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only remaining example of a Georgian fort a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Antigua’s tourism events calendar includes the Antigua and Barbuda Wellness Month, Run in Paradise, prestigious Antigua Sailing Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week, Antigua and Barbuda Art Week and the annual Antigua Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival. Barbuda, Antigua’s smaller sister island, is the ultimate celebrity hideaway. The island lies 27 miles north-east of Antigua and is just a 15-minute plane ride away. Barbuda is known for its untouched 11-mile stretch of pink sand beach and as the home of the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere.
Find information on Antigua & Barbuda at: www.visitantiguabarbuda.com
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Kayla Christian
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Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
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