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Fancy Dancers Dethrone Colours Junkanoo Group

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – After a prolonged period of defeat, the Fancy Dancers have reclaimed Junkanoo glory, emerging victorious in the New Year’s Day Parade.

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4 months ago

January 2, 2024

Berthony McDermott

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – After a prolonged period of defeat, the Fancy Dancers have reclaimed Junkanoo glory, emerging victorious in the New Year’s Day Parade.

The win helped mark the group’s impressive 40^th Anniversary. Group Chairman is Carlos Pyfrom.

The Fancy Dancers secured awards for best Shirley Street performance, best overall costume, best off-the-shoulder, best banner, best music, and best overall performance. Dominating the competition, the group scored 82.22 points, outshining Colours, who secured second place with 81.95 points.

Post-victory, Pyfrom revealing the group’s plans for a major celebration.

Following the Boxing Day Junkanoo parade, concerns arose among B-groups over short notice for the submission of lead and step-down costumes to the bay.

Pyfrom says the Fancy Dancers were among the leading advocates for the return of these essential elements, emphasizing their commitment to the tradition.