Save the Date: Aug 15 – 17, 2025
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Caribbean culture, music, and vibes! Carifest Calgary returns, promising an unforgettable weekend of vibrant festivities.
Carifest 2025 Countdown
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2025 Schedule
Thur, Aug 14
Cultural Dance Conference
Why Caritest? Let’s start the conversation and Action! Come learn about Caribbean carnival culture and the why behind Carifest! Come learn from some of the best in Caribbean Dance!
Admission: Pay What You Can (Donation)
Time: 12 PM -4 PM
Location: Evolve Movement Arts (4005 9St SE)
Age: ALL AGES!
Thur, Aug 14
Why Caritest? Let’s start the conversation and Action! Come learn about Caribbean carnival culture and the why behind Carifest! Come learn from some of the best in Caribbean Dance!
Admission: Pay What You Can (Donation)
Time: 12 PM -4 PM
Location: Evolve Movement Arts (4005 9St SE)
Age: ALL AGES!
Fri, Aug 15
Drummoloy
Fri, Aug 15
Drummology
Come kick off Carifest by celebrating the instrument that connects us all – THE DRUM!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring performances by Chantal Chagnon, Samba Swing, Rhydrum and Pandynamix!
Admission: FREE
Time: 4 PM – 6 PM
Location: Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW)
Age: ALL AGES!
Fri, Aug 15
Fri, Aug 15
Night Carnival
Returning strong – Night Carnival continues with the Carifest kick off! Show up in your best camouflage look 💚 And leh we FETE!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring DJ Jeree, DJ Marvin Culture, DJ Suppa D and DJ Majesti!
Admission: Click Here
Time: 6 PM -12 PM
Location: Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St SW)
Age: 18+
Fri, Aug 15
Night Carnival
Returning strong – Night Carnival continues with the Carifest kick off! Show up in your best camouflage look 💚 And leh we FETE!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring DJ Jeree, DJ Marvin Culture, DJ Suppa D and DJ Majesti!
Admission: Click Here
Time: 6 PM -12 PM
Location: Contemporary Calgary (701 11 St SW)
Age: 18+
Sat, Aug 16
Grand Parade
Sat, Aug 16
Grand Parade
Sat, Aug 16
Carnival in the Park
Sat, Aug 16
Carnival in the Park
Caribbean Food, Art, Music & Dance! A family friendly event that celebrates all things #Caribbean! Rain or shine – WE IN D’PARK!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring Jaxx from Toronto, Benjai from Trinidad And Tobago and Problem Child from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines!
Admission: FREE
Time: Noon – 7 PM
Location: Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW)
Age: ALL AGES
Sat, Aug 16
Carnival in the Park
Caribbean Food, Art, Music & Dance! A family friendly event that celebrates all things #Caribbean! Rain or shine – WE IN D’PARK!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring Jaxx from Toronto, Benjai from Trinidad And Tobago and Problem Child from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines!
Admission: FREE
Time: Noon – 7 PM
Location: Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW)
Age: ALL AGES
Sat, Aug 16
The Official After Party
Sat, Aug 16
The Official After Party
Keep the energy going! Caribbean DJ’s & Caribbean Vibes all night long! Stay tuned for the full DJ line up in our next post!
Hosted by Drew Atlas and featuring DJ Jus Jay from Barbados!
Admission: Click HERE
Time: 9 PM – 2 AM
Location: Modern Love (613 11 Ave SW)
Age: 18+
Sun, Aug 17
Reggae Cool Down
Sun, Aug 17
Reggae Cool Down
Hosted by Master T and featuring Yolanda Sargeant from Calgary, Jah Cuttah from Toronto & Wayne Wonder from Jamaica!
Admission: FREE
Location: Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW)
Time: Noon – 7 PM
Age: ALL AGES
Sun, Aug 17
Reggae Cool Down
Hosted by Master T and featuring Yolanda Sargeant from Calgary, Jah Cuttah from Toronto & Wayne Wonder from Jamaica!
Admission: FREE
Time: Noon – 7 PM
Location: Cowboys Park (1220 9 Ave SW)
Age: ALL AGES
Get Your Exclusive Access!
The VIP Experience
★ Front-row viewing of all main stage acts.
★ Comfortable shaded VIP lounge seating.
★ Appetizer service during designated hours.
★ Private cash bar with Caribbean cocktail specials.
★ One (1) complimentary drink per day.
★ VIP swag bag.
★ One (1) reserved parking near the venue.
★ VIP ticket to our Official After Party.
★ Artist meet & greet access on Aug 14.
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