Tropical Rhythm, Cuisine, Carnival Culture- Coquitlam - 50s, 60s Exuberant Fun!
Details
- Weather permiting
- Meeting point to be announced closer to
the event date - check the comments section
- If you cannot attend, please update your status to "not going" asap.
- No shows are not appreciated could be denied attending my future meetup outdoor festivals, free shows and community events.
- Cancellation under 24 hours is equal to a no-show
The Caribbean Days Festival is one of British Columbia's largest and longest-running cultural celebrations, hosted annually by the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society of BC. The family-friendly festival features a lively carnival parade, authentic island cuisine, a craft market, a beer garden, and live music (Soca, Reggae, and Latin)
- Festival starts at 10am and we arrive 2:45pm
- Bring a chair!
Key Events
- The Parade: Kicks off on Saturday at 11:00 AM with vibrant costumes, flags, and dancing throughout the park.
***Main Stage: **Showcases world-class entertainment, including steelpan drums, limbo, and global headliners.
WHILE WE ARE THERE (arrive 2:45)
** 3:00: Sweet Pan
** 4:00: Caleb Hart
** 5:00 Sonora Latin Band
** 5:45: Toronto Allstarz Tassa Drums Band
** and more....
Getting There:
By Skytrain, simply take the Millennium Line to its terminus at Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station, and from there it’s just a few steps to the Park. There is also parking available for those arriving by car but it can be very busy and difficult.