Category: Carnivals & Festivals

ST MAARTEN’S PORTO CUPECOY COMES ALIVE IN 2012 WITH SECOND ANNUAL ‘ARTS IN THE PLAZA’ FESTIVAL

| 17/01/2012 | 0 Comments
ST MAARTEN’S PORTO CUPECOY COMES ALIVE IN 2012 WITH SECOND ANNUAL ‘ARTS IN THE PLAZA’ FESTIVAL
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PORTO CUPECOY, St. Maarten (January 17, 2012) – This winter, Porto Cupecoy Plaza in St. Maarten comes alive and celebrates its second annual “Arts in the Plaza” with nightly events from live Jazz and music to family fun.

Porto Cupecoy, a luxurious residential resort, an entertainment and shopping complex on the West Coast of St. Maarten, transforms into a vibrant stage from December through March where vacationers and locals can enjoy film festivals, winter concert series and farmer’s markets.

Every Monday, from 7 pm to 9 pm, families and friends are able to enjoy cinematic adventures under the stars with critically acclaimed French films (English subtitles) such as Kings and Queens, Small Change, Cache, La Cage Aux Folles and Jean de Florette. Wednesday nights entice music lovers with alternating acts from around the globe each week. World-renowned musical talents include Jazz musician CJ Johnson and Mosaic as well as Baby Soda Jazz Band, Jose Conde and Trades. Friday nights go to the kids at Ernest and Fidel for a “Family Fun Night.” The activities begin at 6pm where children and their parents enjoy a night filled with sports contests, games and prizes.

Culinary artists can delve into the eccentric local flavors that St. Maarten has to offer each Saturday morning at Market on the Plaza, Porto Cupecoy’s own Open Air Market. Local fruits, vegetables, gourmet foods and unique island crafts will be available from 8 am to 12 pm. For those who want to keep the party sizzling, Rendez Vous Lounge and Le Bateau Ivre offers late night fun and dancing with live entertainment beginning at 7 pm.

For a complete list of events, dates and times, visit www.portocupecoy.com/aip. For more information on St. Maarten visit the official site of the St. Maarten Tourist Bureau at www.VacationStMaarten.com.

St. Maarten

St. Maarten is the smallest island in the world to be shared by two nations, Kingdom of the Netherlands and France, creating a European-influenced vibe with a Caribbean flair. As “the culinary capital of the Caribbean,” St. Maarten offers an eclectic array of cuisine fusion for food lovers with more than 365 restaurants, one for each day of the year to satisfy the tastes of every palate and pocketbook.

Located at the northern end of the Lesser Antilles, the island’s 37 square miles has 37 breathtaking beaches and is home to many historical and family-oriented attractions. During the day, watersport enthusiasts can take full advantage of the island’s scuba diving and snorkeling facilities. The capital of Philipsburg offers duty-free shopping with a bustling city atmosphere, while 14 casinos and numerous nightclubs provide endless entertainment.

Accommodations are varied and include elegant private villas, family oriented resorts, quaint cottages and luxury spa resorts. Air service is available to Princess Juliana International Airport from numerous U.S. and Canadian cities as well as from Europe, South America and the Caribbean.

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Haiti to Host Music Festivals Network Africa-Caribbean-Pacific

| 09/01/2012 | 0 Comments
Haiti to Host Music Festivals Network Africa-Caribbean-Pacific
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After stops in Africa (Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Gabon, Tanzania), Europe (Denmark), in the Indian Ocean (Réunion) and the Pacific (Vanuatu), Haiti has been chosen to host the next Music Festivals Network Africa-Caribbean-Pacific (ACP), Caracoli reports in Defend Haiti.

The even takes place from January 28th through the 31st, when Haiti will host the Music Festivals Network Africa-Caribbean-Pacific (ACP).

Led by the French association, Zone Franche, and the World Music Network , the project aims to develop music industry festivals among the ACP partners. This project is supported by the European Union.

The business meetings will be held in Port-au-Prince from 28 to 31 January 2012, hosted by the Jazz Foundation Haiti, organizer of the Festival International de Jazz de Port-au-Prince, in partnership with Caracol and the French Institute in Haiti. Forty Haitian music professionals will gather to meet their foreign counterparts in workshops to network and exchange experiences and expertise. There will be opportunities during the meeting to showcase Haitian music.

Among the visitors expected are Jose Da Silva, manager of the recently-deceased Cape Verdean singer Cesaria Evora, Philippe Conrath, Africolor festival director and Christoph Borkowsky, president of the WOMEX – World Music Expo.

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HBO Special on JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival Showcases Brand Jamaica

| 23/12/2011 | 2 Comments
HBO Special on JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival Showcases Brand Jamaica
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The 2012 installment of the much celebrated JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival – The Art of Music will once again take over The Greenfield Stadium, Trelawny with three days of music and magic from January 26 – 28

The JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival has proven to be an important tool for marketing Jamaica throughout its 15 year history. The Festival’s ability to do this was further augmented this year with the premier of the HBO documentary special titled One Love: JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival, which widened the Festival’s audience from the several thousand who attend annually to the over 300 million viewers of the cable network.

The One Love documentary eases aside the curtain to the spectacle and entertainment at JAMAICA Jazz and Blues and takes the Festival audience behind the scenes where it allows them to delve into the making of one of the Caribbean’s premiere music events. One Love provides an acute lens through which to explore the Festival and is richly seasoned with glimpses of some of Jamaica’s major tourist attractions.
One Love captures the sights, sounds and most important the good vibrations that are at the core of the JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival – The Art of Music. The insightful documentary also presents slices of the country’s history and its cultural strength. Additionally, with HBO’s prominence in creating an in-depth look at some of the world’s most popular music performances, the documentary cements the JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival as an important music event on the international landscape.

One Love: JAMAICA Jazz and Blues presents interviews with key planners, members of the audience interspersed with performances from the stellar 2011 line-up. The documentary features interviews with and snippets of performances by Maroon 5, Natalie Cole, Regina Belle, Diana King, Alison Hinds, Taurus Riley and Air Supply. Additionally, along with performances from the stars of the 2011 Festival, the documentary also presents previous performers at the JAMAICA Jazz and Blues such as Gladys Night, Lionel Richie, and Jon Secada.
One Love explores the time, lengthy planning process and intense labour that goes into creating the high calibre Festival. The documentary also showcases the Festival’s strength as a unique musical event that features various genres of music and celebrated artistes from around the world, an excellent example of the Featival’s diversity with its offering of Jazz, Reggae, R&B, Adult Contemporary, Soul and Soca. With the line-up already announced for 2012, patrons can expect the same at the upcoming installment.

By snagging international performers from across the world each year, the JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival has played a major role in bringing visitors to the island, a role highlighted by One Love.

Walter Elmore, Chairman of the Art of Music Productions, the producers of the Festival, points out that JAMAICA Jazz and Blues is deliberately designed to allow patrons to enjoy not just the great music at the Festival, but also explore the numerous attractions that the island has to offer during the day. “The Festival usually culminates by about 1:30 each night so that patrons can experience a great night of music and then wake up the next day and enjoy the diverse and authentic experiences, amazing people, and wonderful attractions that the country has to offer,” he said.

One Love also promotes this concept. Along with presenting the sights and sounds of the Festival, the documentary treks across the breath of the north coast and turns the lens on major attractions in Negril, Trelawny and St. Ann. Ricks Cafe, Cool Runnings Water Park, the Green Grotto Caves and Mystic Mountains are some of the attractions that are showcased, highlighting the diversity of attractions that can be found on the island.

More and more, film and television shows are proving themselves as important to the promotion of the tourism product. With viewership in over 23 countries, the promotion of Jamaica on an HBO special is a significant achievement, which was engineered through the partnership between HBO and the telecommunications company Flow.

Indeed, through the celebrity interviews, One Love provides the rare opportunity of having major celebrities singing the island’s praises, as they exalt the warmth of the people and the island. This therefore strengthens the Festival’s importance for packing guests into the hotels far beyond the period of the Festival. John Lynch of the JTB remarks that the documentary presents a ant boost to the country’s marketing initiatives.
“One Love presents the music and culture, the attractions and natural beauty that Jamaica offers and will undoubtedly stir the interest of viewers to come and experience Jamaica first hand,” he said. “It provides tremendous exposure for destination JAMAICA, and it is critical that we continue to generate interest in the destination through innovative programmes.”

This year’s line-up includes international artistes such as Grammy Award winning Celine Dion, The Temptations featuring Dennis Edwards, Destra Garcia, Jully Black, Nicole Henry and more.
In recognition of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence, the Thursday night line-up will be dedicated to the history of Jamaican music with performances from across the various musical eras: ska, rocksteady, dub and reggae. Some Jamaicans scheduled to perform are Pluto Shervington, Luciano, Shaggy, Freddie McGregor, Etana, Half Pint, George Nook, Marcia Griffiths and many others.
The 2012 installment of the much celebrated JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival – The Art of Music will once again take over The Greenfield Stadium, Trelawny with three days of music and magic from January 26 – 28.

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JAMAICA JAZZ & BLUES FEST 2012

| 11/12/2011 | 7 Comments
JAMAICA JAZZ & BLUES FEST 2012
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For 2012, an incredible live music line up will be billed across these three days including top international and local superstars.

In addition, in honour of Jamaica’s 50th we will be dedicating Thursday’s line up to the rich sounds that have shaped Jamaica’s

music over the past 50 years: ska, rocksteady, reggae. All the artistes on the bill will

be legends of Jamaica’s music scene from these three musical eras.

It promises to be an exciting Thursday night!

Beyond the main stages concerts, several pre-shows and events will be held in association with various venues across Montego

Bay, Kingston and Trelawny. From jazz picnic in the park, themed club night, jazz brunches to saxophone lagoon tours, there will

be something for everyone!

These events will run from January 23 to the end of the Festival.

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CARIBBEAN BRIDAL EXPO & MARKETPLACE

| 04/11/2011 | 0 Comments
CARIBBEAN BRIDAL EXPO & MARKETPLACE
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The individual markets and trade shows include:

Bridal Expo (“Festival de Bodas y Novios del Caribe”)

Over 300 exhibitors showing everything that couples will need on their wedding day, honeymoon, or new home. Search for Photographers, Videographers, Catering Services, Receptions Locations, Bridal Gowns, Men’s Formalwear – Tuxedos, Bridal Registry, Cruises, Honeymoon Destinations, Hotels, Wedding Destinations, Travel Agents, Florists, Wedding Coordinators, Gift, Gown Preservations, Health and Beauty, Hotels and Air Traveling, Invitations, Insurance and Investments, Mortgages, Jewelers, Limousine and Transport, Music for Ceremony, Rehearsal Dinner/ Restaurants, Lingerie, among others

Show dates: To be announced
Exhibition hours: To be announced
General Admission: To be announced (includes Bridal Expo, Bridal Fashion Weekend and Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Expo)

Destination Weddings & Honeymoon Expo
The event for those wedding couples searching for a special an unforgettable place to celebrate their wedding away from their hometown in a beautiful island of the Caribbean. Over 70 Exhibitors of 15 of the most recognized Caribbean islands and destinations will showcase destination weddings and honeymoon opportunities. At the Expo couples and wedding coordinators will find the largest portfolio of hotel and resort destinations with great offering for those looking for exceptional luxury, romantic ambiance, recreation, and great natural beauty and special places for special memories. The expo will help you in planning your wedding or vow renewal. Find wedding packages and honeymoon specials, including some all-inclusive packages. Find out all about the wedding professionals coordination, accommodations, legal documentation, civil or religious wedding ceremony, and all other important details necessary for a beautiful wedding.

Bridal Fashion Weekend

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Caribbean Expo opens at Macoya

| 04/11/2011 | 0 Comments
Caribbean Expo opens at Macoya
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The International Caribbean Business Fair 2011 opens on November 10 at the Centre of Excellence, Macoya, and runs for four days, until November 13, from 9 am to 8 pm. Along with more than 200 booth exhibitors, attendees of the Expo will get an extensive taste of Trinidad & Tobago’s culture. The event, which is free to the public, will provide visitors with a daily showcase of entertainment.

Photo Credit TT Guardian: Winston “Gypsy” Peters

“Entertainers should look at themselves as businessmen and women too,” said Arts and Multiculturalism Minister Winston “Gypsy” Peters at the recent media launch of the 2011 T&T Business Expo, which was held at the Ministry of Trade and Industry conference room, Nicholas Towers, Port-of-Spain.

Minister Peters stressed the importance of entertainers becoming more focused on the business aspect of their craft. A wide variety of companies displaying their wares and services will be joined by several government ministries, which are to be represented at the Expo.

EXPO LINE-UP

The International Caribbean Business Fair 2011 —Entertainment package:

November 10:

•African & tassa drummers

•Timel Rivas

•Earl Brooks

•Marilyn Williams

November 11:

•Anne Fridal

•Shiv Shakti

•Aaron Duncan

•Freetown National Steel Symphony Orchestra

November 12:

•Elsworth James (CD & Video launch)

•Roxborough Folk Choir

•Maximus Dan

•Twiggy

•M Shaq

•Megan Waldron

•Chucky

•Bro Resistance

•Bro Valentino

•Gary Cordner

•Crazy

•Heeralal Rampartap

•Adesh Samaroo

•D’ Original De Fosto Himself

•Gypsy

•Brian London

Source: TT Guardian

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GRACE JAMAICAN JERK FESTIVAL

| 02/11/2011 | 4 Comments
GRACE JAMAICAN JERK FESTIVAL
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The Biggest Caribbean Food Festival in the USA!

Food Court featuring a variety of Jerk style offerings, Publix Jerk Cook-Off Pavilion, with Jerk cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs, Grace Kitchen featuring Chef Mazie Miller. One Main Stage featuring international acts, two Cultural Stages, Arts & Crafts vendors, Corporate Circle featuring sampling and giveaways; Party Pavilion, Kidz Fun Zone, Domino Tournament, Netball, Soccer & Cricket competitions

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Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival features World Beat music with a uniquely multicultural appeal Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami

| 05/10/2011 | 0 Comments
Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival features World Beat music with a uniquely multicultural appeal Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami
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Diversity of Music Belies the Unifying Message of Bayside Rocks

MIAMI, FL (October 5, 2011) – A cornucopia of music will provide a feast of multicultural delights as world beat music takes center stage at the Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival on Saturday November 19, 2011 in Miami. A melodic smorgasbord featuring a musical genre for every taste – including reggae, Jamaican, Latin American, Kompa, Caribbean, rock ‘n roll, and more – will highlight this year’s concert.

In addition to a special tribute to the life of Honorable Robert Nesta ‘Bob’ Marley and 50 years of Wailers music, this year’s Bayside Rocks will feature world music headliners Bunny Wailer and The Original Wailers. Also hitting the stage are a unique group of artists whose musical brilliance is eclipsed only by its message of love and hope.

“I carefully selected this lineup because every artist has devoted his life to spreading a message that is consistent with my purpose,” said ROCKAZ MVMT president and CEO Alfonso D’Niscio Brooks. “We are all striving to change the world for the better by empowering people to make a positive difference through the universal language of music.”

According to artist Warrior King, “As a Rastafarian you just don’t sing music, you sing music with a purpose and a mission. To the four corners of the Earth I carry my music, and the message of love, to all people of all races.”

Cultura Profetica is a Puerto Rican reggae band with lyrics that center mostly on socio-political and ecological issues. Pato Banton sometimes invites his fans to join him in a prayer circle after the show and is committed to helping people “stay positive and never give in.”

Connis Vanterpool is a brilliantly talented musician who has worked with scores of international artists but is most proud of his involvement with the volunteer work he has done in the community, providing free music workshops at various elementary and secondary schools. Tabou Combo’s vocalist and main songwriter Fanfan said, “We want people to dance and forget their sorrows.” And while there is no doubt that Tabou’s music is made for dancing, it also features lyrics that focus on social issues of the day.

Gondwana, from Chile, has been spreading the word of Jah Love, standing tall and strong in a peace-loving position of musical and lyrical creation. And according to artist Luciano, “We are all children of the Most High God and I just want my family and my fans to receive the blessings that God has given.” The Wailing Souls’ Lloyd ‘Bread’ McDonald adds to this, “Apart from the musical aspect of what we are doing, we see it as a very spiritual thing. Whenever you start singing, everyone come together. The bad guys come together, the good guys come together, everybody come together. The rich people, poor people, like one. The message what we a try to preach is love and unity.”

“Our ultimate goal is to uplift the spirit and inspire people of every ilk to give of themselves to help make the world a better place in which to live,” said D’Niscio Brooks. “We’re accomplishing this task by spreading art, culture and music while raising money to end poverty, feed the hungry and shelter the homeless.”

This year’s concert will include a food drive benefiting Curley’s House (www.curleyshouseinc.com) an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for low-to-moderate income individuals, families, the elderly, youth-at-risk, the abused, and HIV/AIDS infected individuals by providing the nutrition they need. Guests will be asked to contribute two or more cans of food as part of the cost of admission.

“Given the philanthropic nature of this event, we’re inviting all civic minded companies to join us as sponsors,” D’Niscio Brooks said. “It’s a great way to get your name in front of tens of thousands of people while ensuring that hundreds of thousands of dollars are donated to a very worthy cause.”

On event day we will orchestrate an “island festival” of tents that will feature new products, special drinks, foods, art, and more. In addition we will have a non-profit village with a host of foundations offering information, art & crafts village, food vending village, green partners explaining the benefits of going green, workshops, bounce houses for children, skateboard show, a BMX bike show, Geen Mobility hosted bike valet, YOGA in the park, eco village, compost village, farmers market, Rock Star VIP lounge, Recycling bins will be placed throughout the venue along with signage alerting attendees to the importance of recycling.

Bayside Rocks Festival 2011 Promo Reel from ROCKAZ MVMT on Vimeo.

The Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival is scheduled for Saturday November 19, 2011 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami.

For additional information about corporate sponsorships and ticket sales for the 2011 Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival contact 305-763-4509 or email

info@baysiderocksfestival.com

Get your tickets now by calling 305-763-4509 or by clicking here: http://baysiderocks-sitebuytix.eventbrite.com/

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CARIBBEAN CULTURAL MUSIC CONFERENCE 2011

| 21/09/2011 | 0 Comments
CARIBBEAN CULTURAL MUSIC CONFERENCE 2011
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Brooklyn, NY: Caribbean American Cultural Caucus Inc. extend an invitation to you to attend our third annual staging of the Caribbean Cultural Music Conference slated to take place the Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway, New York, NY, 10036 on September 22nd thru 23rd 2011.

PROGRAM GUIDE

DAY 1 September 22, 2011

9:00 am – 9:30 am: Registration
9:30 am – 10:00 am: Opening Session

10:00 am – 11:30 am: Plenary Session 1
Topic: INSIDE THE PRODUCTION BOOTH:
Panelists: Computer Paul, ED Robinson, Mastermind, James “Bonzai” Caruso

11:40 am – 01:10 pm: Plenary Session 2
Topic: A look at Publishing
Moderator: Michelle Arthurton
Panelists: Alex Holtz, Jonathan Jones, Erica Smith, Heather Cunningham

01:20 pm – 2:50 pm: LUNCH

03:00 pm – 3:30 pm: One-on-one interview:
PITCH IT! (Music Service Company)
Jamaicansmusic.com

03:40 pm – 4:50 pm: Plenary Session 3
Topic: Brand Building, Endorsements + Marketing – Your Music in a Digital Age:
Presented by: ASOM Production
Moderator: Irwine Clare
Panelist: Jay Warsinske, Stacey Bethel, Trevor Smith, Mario Evon, Keishel Williams

04:50 pm – 5:00 pm: Closing remarks

DAY 2 – September 23, 2011

9:00 am – 9:30 am: Registration

10:00 am – 11:00 am: Plenary Session 1.
Topic: Artist Management
Moderator:
Panelists: Camille Evans, Victor Lewis, Shamita Carriman – Natasha Andrews

11:10 am – 12:40 pm: Plenary Session 2
Topic: Navigating the New Music Business. What are my options?
Moderator: Karen Marie Mason
Panelists: David Weiss, Steve Gordon, Tyesh Harris, Kelly Griffin

12:40 pm – 01:25 pm LUNCH

01:30 pm – 02:30 pm: Topic: Financial Management
Tips for Music Business Practitioners
Presenter:

02:40 pm – 3:40 pm Plenary Session 3
Topic: The Do’s and Don’ts of Touring
Moderator:
Panelists: Oliver Millwood, Copeland Forbes, George Michailow – George Crooks

03:50 pm – 04:50 pm Plenary Session 4
Topic: The Changing face of radio
Moderator: Stan Smith
Panelist: Gary Bernstein, Pat McKay, Dubmaster, Sidney White, Kerry Dennis

04:50 pm – 5:00 pm Closing statements

ARTIST SHOWCASE CLOSING PARTY
6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
LIVE Performances By Ed Robinson, Lyrikal, Mario Evon, Mastermind

Artist Showcase Contest, Caribbean Dance off, PLUS invited celebrity guest and host

MUSIC BY: Road International

WEBSTER HALL @ THE STUDIO
125 East 11th Street NY N.Y 10003
ADM: $15.00

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The Most Exciting Caribbean Carnival Experience Set to Take South Florida by Storm

| 19/09/2011 | 0 Comments
The Most Exciting Caribbean Carnival Experience Set to Take South Florida by Storm
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Miami, FL -Sharing a united passion for the 2011 Miami Carnival in the Gardens, set to take place on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 12 noon, the Miami Broward One Carnival Host Committee is positioned to produce one of the biggest and most vibrant cultural presentations that the South Florida area has ever witnessed. With over 20 masquerade bands and 6 steel bands parading and competing for “Band of the Year” bragging rights, the streets of Miami Gardens will be adorned with beautiful, colorful and intricate costumes along with the infectious musical sounds of soca. With a significant impact on tourism, Miami Carnival in the Gardens has become a staple event within the fabric of South Florida.

This year’s sponsors include Carib Beer, Caribbean Airlines, Western Union, McDonalds, Vox3 Communication, NBC, New Times(Broward and Miami), Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce- Expo 2011, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau, Hot 105 and “With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council,the Miami -Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.”

The Carnival connoisseur has a myriad of signature events to choose from. The season kicks off with a host of celebratory activities that commence with the Miss Miami Broward Carnival Pageant on Sunday, September 24 at the Lou Rawls Center (Florida Memorial University). The pageant in its (6th year), has afforded an opportunity for young women of Caribbean descent to become an ambassador of their rich and multi-cultural Caribbean heritage.

Continuing the legacy of supporting young people, the Jr. Carnival will be held on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Central Broward Regional Park (3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311) from noon to 7pm. This is a free event that will include a parade of bands and masqueraders, bounce house, face painting and other fun activities for the kids.

Saturday, October 8th at Sun Life Stadium, the non stop soca party known as SocaFest (Formerly held at the Coconut Grove Convention Center) will take place from 11pm-4am with an all-star lineup of heavyweights in the Soca music industry including Roy Cape featuring Blaxx, Dil E Nadan, Spectrum Band (USVI), Destra, Edwin Yearwood, Mr. Vegas, Tizzy, and much more

The climax of the week is the 2011 Miami Carnival in the Gardens parade of bands on the streets of Miami Gardens and a live concert in Sun Life Stadium with a line up of soca’s leading performers that includes Alison Hinds, Ongu & Red Hot Flames (Antigua’s # 1 Band), International Soca Artist, Talpree (Spice Island, Grenada) sought out soca/ragga soca artist Benjai, (Trinidad and Tobago) energetic soca artist Skinny Fabulous (St. Vincent and The Grenadines) and the Master, Iwer George (Big Man In Business).

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