The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) announces that the 2026 Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Finals will be held at the National Botanical Gardens. The change follows consultations with calypsonians, finalists, and tent managers, who raise concerns about the previous location announced for the event. After meetings with stakeholders, the NCF directs that the finals take place on Friday, July 31, at the National Botanical Gardens. Both outlets report that the decision is driven by the feedback received from performers and tent representatives regarding the earlier announcement. The update means the finals return to or are scheduled at the botanical gardens for the 2026 staging of the competition. The reports do not describe changes to the date beyond confirming July 31, nor do they detail any specific logistical reasons beyond the concerns raised during the consultations. The NCF’s decision is presented as a response to stakeholder input to ensure the event proceeds at the selected venue.