Question 1

WHAT DO I NEED FOR COSTUME REGISTRATION?

Accepted Answer

For registration, you need the following size information.
Ladies:           Actual Bra Size (34A, B, C)
Hipband Size (in inches)
Bottom Piece Size (S, M, L)

Ladies:           Bra Option (Regular Bra, Wire Bra, Monokini, Whole Piece) 
Ladies:           Bottom Piece Option (Bikini, Thong, High Waist, Boy Shorts)

Men:               Waist Size (in inches)
                        Pants Size (XSmall – 5XL)

Female & Male: T Shirt Size (XS- 5XL)

Question 2

WHEN IS THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION

Accepted Answer

One Island Bands’ registration is open from the day our website is launched until costumes are sold out.

All final costume balances must be paid by Sunday 7th September, 2025.

Always register via our website to ensure registration is valid.

Question 3

CAN I ORDER EXTRA ITEMS WITH MY COSTUMES?

Accepted Answer

Each Section may have different additional options.

Costumes may come with options for larger headpieces, collars, backpacks and other embellishments at an additional cost.

If these options are available, they will be detailed on the registration page and in the section photo galleries, along with the cost attached.

Question 4

I DID NOT GET A COSTUME; CAN I BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST?

Accepted Answer

One Island Band does not maintain a waiting list however, there are very rare instances where a masquerader may cancel their order and notify us.  Please email oneislandband@gmail.com and we will try our best to get you a costume however we cannot make any promises.

Question 5

I HAVE A COMMENT/COMPLAINT – WHOM DO I SPEAK WITH?

Accepted Answer

Please send any comments to oneislandband@gmail.com or anyone listed on our contact page.

Question 6

WHAT DOES ONE ISLAND BAND ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE INCLUDE?

Accepted Answer

One Island Bands’ All-Inclusive Package includes:
 • Your Custom Designed Carnival Costume
 • Complimentary Jouvert Tshirt & Access
 • Wide Selection of Drinks
 • Meal & Snacks
 • Top Class Security
 • Optimus Prime & other pumping Music Trucks
 • featuring an all-star International DJ cast as well as surprise guest artistes
 • On-site First Response Medical Personnel

Question 7

CAN I WEAR OR DESIGN MY OWN COSTUME?

Accepted Answer

No.  One Island Band does not allow masqueraders to design their own costumes.

You MUST wear your full One Island Band's costume together with wristbands in order to be within Band. 
 
Masqueraders failing to follow these strict guidelines will be escorted out of the band.

Question 8

CAN MY FAMILY MEMBERS/FRIENDS JUMP IN THE BAND?

Accepted Answer

One Island Band only allows registered masqueraders to jump in the band.

Non-masqueraders may observe from the side-lines outside the band; however they will not be allowed to participate.

Question 9

PARADE OF BANDS STARTING – WHERE? WHEN?

Accepted Answer

Sunday 12th October, 2025

Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc.
10901 SW 24th Street
Miami, FL 33165

The starting time will be on your checklist along with our bands # of appearance in the parade lineup. Be sure to read your checklist for all details (This will be posted on our social media pages)

The start time will also be confirmed in your checklist

Information will also be made available on our website and all social media platforms.

Question 10

WHEN IS FINAL PAYMENT DUE?

Accepted Answer

IMPORTANT – All final costume balances must be paid by 14th September, 2025.

Question 11

J'OUVERT BANDS STARTING – WHERE? WHEN?

Accepted Answer

Saturday 11th October, 2025

Central Broward Regional Park
3700 Northwest 11th Place
Fort Lauderdale, Fl, 33311

The starting time will be on your checklist along with our bands # of appearance in the J’ouvert lineup. Be sure to read your checklist for all details (This will be posted on our social media pages)

Question 12

HOW DO I REGISTER?

Accepted Answer

Step 1: Choose a costume from our options by clicking the image or options button
Step 2: After a reviewing the costume details, click Register Here (located above the costume details) 
Step 3: Check out and ensure your confirmation receipt is received

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