The winners of the 2026 Junior Carnival competitions were officially recognised during the Smalta 2026 Junior Carnival Awards and Presentation Ceremony, where schools, private bands, cheerleading groups and young performers were honoured for their performances throughout the festival. Potters Primary School captured the Primary School Section title, with Pares Primary School finishing as first runner-up and Villa Primary School taking second runner-up honours. Dynamics Kids won the Private Band Section and also secured the Queen of the Band title. Villa Primary School was named first runner-up, while FreeTown Primary School placed second runner-up. The awards ceremony brought together participants, parents, educators and supporters to celebrate the achievements of the young performers who helped make the 2026 Junior Carnival season a success.