Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival

Don't miss three party-filled days of Caribbean culture in the heart of downtown!

August 9 – August 11, 2024

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Street Address: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta

Cariwest, Edmonton's annual celebration of Caribbean arts, music, and culture, brings a fully licensed party to Churchill Square this summer for its 40th anniversary! This year’s festivities will be even more spectacular, with special events, performances, and exhibitions commemorating this milestone and honouring the founders, volunteers, and participants who have shaped the festival over the years. The 3-day event includes a Friday Night Costume Extravaganza, the iconic Saturday Cariwest Parade, and a Caribbean Village throughout the weekend with live entertainment, Kids Korner, savory Caribbean cuisine, the Caribbean Marketplace, and more!

Cariwest Parade
At the heart of Cariwest is its iconic parade. Make your way downtown and shake your tail feathers with Cariwest masqueraders! The annual Cariwest Parade returns on August 10, 2024 to the streets of Edmonton. Follow Cariwest on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on the latest regarding times and routes. You don't want to miss this!