DC Caribbean Carnival is annual Caribbean style parade and festival designed to encourage cross-cultural programs in the expansion of Caribbean culture, and to educate youths and adults in Caribbean arts, crafts and culture within the DC Metropolitan Area community. The parade features 30 participating groups representing the Caribbean, Latin America and the Diaspora. More than 3,000 masqueraders parade in colorful costumes portraying different themes, dancing to the sound of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, African, Haitian, Latin and Steelband music. The DC Caribbean Carnival includes a “Tropical Arena” with food, craft and live performances from local and international artists.
Date and Times: June 25, 2011 / PARADE: 11 a.m. / FESTIVAL: 12-8 p.m.
DC Caribbean Carnival Parade Route: Along Georgia Ave, NW beginning at Georgia Ave and ending at Bryant Street. NW Washington DC.
DC Caribbean Carnival Festival Location: Howard Center Parking facility at Georgia Avenue and Bryant Street, NW Washington DC
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