Events Description
Cariwest is one of Edmonton’s most colorful and vibrant festivals! Introduced more than 35 years ago in Edmonton , by the Western Carnival Development Association (WCDA). The festival provides a platform through which to share popular Caribbean music, cuisine and Caribbean carnival culture with Western Canada.
Follow along our almost 2km route through downtown Edmonton starting at 108th St and 99th Ave, along Jasper Ave, eventually ending up in Churchill Square.
Find your space early along the parade to experience to music, vibrancy and pageantry of the Caribbean.
The Caribbean Village returns in 2023 to Churchill Square with a free family friendly weekend of activities, cuisine and cultural entertainment.
Caribbean Marketplace – with up 15 craft and retail vendors selling Caribbean / African inspired gifts and products.
Food Alley – with up to 20 food vendors with classic offerings from across the Caribbean.
Main Stage – weekend long free outdoor live music and entertainment.
Rum Garden – Rum, Rum and more rum.
All ages – Family
FREE admission.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
August 11-13, 2023
Cariwest Parade — Aug. 12, 2023 | Noon to 2:30pm from 108th st and 99 ave to Churchill Square
AUGUST 11th, 2023 – 5:00PM – 11:00PM
AUGUST 12th, 2023 – 11:00AM – 11:00PM
AUGUST 13th, 2023 – 11:00AM – 9:00PM
Costume Extravaganza
August 11th, 2023
Performances by: iLand band, DPACC – “Ah Touch of Folk”, Ol Skool Band
DJs: DJ Sherman Hype & DJ Avi
Live performances & Costume Competition
Pre Show 6:30 pm
Show Starts:7:00 pm
Caribbean Village
August 12th,2023 — Start time: 12:00pm
Carnival Parade of the Bands
Performances by: – D&K Steelpan, BAM!
DJs: DJ Sherman Hype, DJ Paige, DJ Markus Prime
Cariwest ‘Glow Fete’ Concert — Start Time: 7:00pm
Featuring: Ol Skool Band, Mical Teja, Shal Marshall
Rep Yuh Flag!
August 13th,2023
Featuring
High Life Trio, Saint & The Full 100, Melafrique
DJs: STL Entertainment, DJ Iceman, DJ Sherman Hype
Pan In The Square — Start Time: 4:30
Trincan Steel Orchestra
Pepperseed
Pan Dynamicx
90s Backyard Jam: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Venue & Address :
Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton
Parade: From 107th st and 99 ave via Jasper Ave, 100 St NW to Churchill Square