Caribana 2008 Toronto, Ontario, Canada festivies commence on Sunday June 15th, 2008 and close out on Sunday August 3rd, 2008. Now, there's plenty of time before the 41st anniversary for this incredible celebration of culture takes place. Once again, we are looking forward to sending you our free CaribanaToronto.com Parade and Event Guide. It comes in handy...and complete with many key Caribana events, nightclub events, concerts, maps, ticket information, hotels and more...we send it out as soon as its avaialble!

Derived from Canada's Bi-Centennial Celebrations, in addition to Canada's embracement of its Caribbean community, the world famous festival, Caribana, attracts over 1 million tourists and spectators globally to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) each year. It has become one of the largest annual events held in Southern Ontario, Canada. Toronto Caribana

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Concerts
Luminat’Eau: Carnival H2O

Luminat’Eau: Carnival H2O – June 13-15 – This weekend-long spectacular finale festival for the 2008 Luminato festival will transform the waterfront into a nexus of creativity and celebration. Free events for all ages on multiple outdoor stages draw inspiration from a range of water carnivals, celebrations and imagery. Luminat’eau will focus on the universal themes of: Birth and Rebirth, Sacred, Life Force, Journey. Coproduced with Luminato.

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Holiday Inn On King

Located in the heart of the Entertainment District, surrounded by over 150 restaurants, bars and clubs, short ride to parade route. Newly renovated featuring 42" plasma televisions, spa-inspired bath. On site restaurant, room service and lounge. 17th floor pool, sundeck and fitness centre. Spectacular king bedded or two queen beds overlooking the city or with lakeview. Vist www.hiok.com or call 1-800-263-6364.

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Concerts
Soundstreams presents Cool Drummings International Percussion Festival

MAY 18 to 24
Featuring the world’s greatest percussion ensembles and soloists. There are 9 ticketed and free events at various venues around Toronto with a major highlight being two events featuring world renowned steelpan player Liam Teague. www.soundstreams.ca for details.

Liam Teague with Afropan
Sunday, May 18 @ 1 pm, The Distillery Historic District - FREE

Coming Together
Wednesday, May 21 @ 8 pm - MacMillan Theatre, U of T (80 Queen’s Park)
Liam Teague performs a world premiere by Pulitzer prize-winning composer Michael Colgrass. $30 adult/ $22 senior/ $10 student. Call the St. Lawrence Centre Box Office at 416-366-7732 or www.stlc.com.

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Island Soul at Harbourfont Centre

Island Soul (August 1 to August 4) - Free concerts and events all weekend long on multiple outdoor and indoor stages. Dance, food and family events are also a highlight of this popular festival. Island Soul celeberates the kaleidoscope of cultures that is the Pan-Caribbean diaspora. Food demonstrations, dance and music from renowned Reggae, Soca. Creole and Calypso artists. For more information the public can call 416-973-4000 or visit www.harbourfrontcentre.com

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When is Caribana 2008?, The festival dates have not been officially released at this time. During this time, you can be assured, that you can enjoy great Food, Dance, Music, and the ultimate Caribbean cultural experiences in beautiful Toronto. Toronto Caribana

If you are from out-of-town and plan on visiting Toronto to take part in the exciting Caribana festivities, you should do the following very soon:

• During Caribana 2008, hotels and accomodations become booked-up very quickly - and usually long before the actual festival. Make reservations as soon as possible for a Caribana hotel and/or other accommodations.
• If you plan on touring other parts of Toronto, you may want to check out the local transit system (TTC), Caribana car rental rates and bicycle rentals.
• In addition to Caribana street vendors, Toronto is home to many Caribana authentic Caribbean restaurants. You may want to do some research to see what restaurants you would like to visit.
• There are numerous special events taking place during Caribana. Running essentially around the clock, some showcase the exciting Caribbean culture through dance and music.
• In addition to special events taking place during Caribana, a large number of Caribana Toronto nightclubs hold special events where Caribana promoters set the stage for what proves to be an unforgettable night. Be sure to see what Toronto night clubs are holding special Caribana events.
• Get familiar with Toronto. Find out the places you will be visiting and get directions to and from where you are staying during Caribana. You may want to view a map of Toronto before Caribana begins.

CaribanaToronto.com will be updated on a continual basis leading upto and during Caribana 2008 Toronto. We hope this site will provide you with useful information in efforts to get the most out of your Caribana experience. Toronto Caribana

If you are a promotor or advertiser looking to advertise on CaribanaToronto.com, we will be providing many different Caribana 2008 Toronto website advertising packages to help get the word out! Caribana advertising inquiries.

Limo Rentals
Top Limo Services

Top Limo Services offer first class Limousine Transportation in Toronto and surrounding areas, gta airport, weddings, meet & greet, Hotel shuttle, red & pink carpet, and proms.

Office :416-301-7158

www.toplimoservices.com

CANADA/USA :888-541-5466

 

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2007 Parade Pictures
Caribana Parade Pictures

These Caribana Parade Pictures provided by Nikole L.

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