The Toronto Caribana is a street carnival that takes place on the first weekend of August. Introduced in 1967 during Toronto’s Centennial celebrations, this epic carnival is now an annual attraction in the city, drawing millions of tourists from all over the world.
Reflecting the beloved street carnival culture of the Caribbean islands, the Toronto Caribana has become the largest cultural gathering in North America symbolizing freedom from slavery.
Watch colorful costumes, masquerades, Caribbean music, and delicious culinary delights at this amazing carnival.
Here’s how you can enjoy the Toronto Caribana in its full glory:
Watch the Grand Parade
The Grand Parade is the marquee event of the carnival where bands play along the route from Exhibition Place to Lakeshore Boulevard. You can dance in designated areas and watch the parade for free as mas bands play steel pan and soca music while costumed participants dance in vibrant costumes.
King & Queen Showcase
Watch the mas band leaders dance and perform on-stage with their creative costumes in a competition to be adjudged the King and Queen of the carnival.
Pan Alive
Witness the only acoustic instrument of the 20th century reverberating in the air at this competition of Steel pan bands.
- Caribbean Delicacies
Work up your appetite with the taste of the tropics. Explore Toronto’s diverse gastronomic delights that serve Caribbean foods during the carnival.
- Junior Carnival Parade
Watch junior Calypso singers and costumed participants showcasing their costumes and talent at this cute rendition of the Grand Parade. The event will also consist of Caribbean food vendors and arts and crafts activities.
- Annual Caribana Party
The hottest Caribana party will go down at Barcode Saturdays. Join us for a night of revelries with Caribbean-themed costumes, decor, food, drinks, and much more.
Dance to soca, Calypso, and hip-hop live music, heat the dancefloor with your buddies and rub elbows with the elites at the best luxury nightclub in Toronto.
Be part of our annual Caribana party and enjoy a night of entertainment Caribbean style.
Call (647) 408-1186 to sign up on the guestlist or book a VIP booth service at Barcode Saturdays.
Business Name:- Barcode Saturdays
Address:- 559 College St, Toronto, ON M5A 1A9
Phone:- 647–408–1186
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