Caribana Toronto

Caribana Family Events

  • King and Queen Show

    On the week leading up to the Caribana Festival Parade the band leaders in Toronto compete to have their costumes crowned King and Queen of the year. This family oriented event showcases the largest and most extravagant costumes of each band. An annual showcase not to be missed!

  • Caribana Parade

    The Caribana Parade is the largest Caribbean Festival event in North America. The Caribana Parade consists of over a million participants including steel pan bands, live soca, calypso, reggae and salsa performers as well as elaborate masqueraders in costume. Enjoy the music, food and spectacular costumes in Toronto's Caribana Parade.

  • Chutney in the Park

    The annual Caribana Guyanese and Trini family picnic. Enjoy a day out with the family with a chow competition, softball tournament, dozens of food vendors, kids rides, shows with 30 artists, 6 bands and tons of other family events.

  • Dragonaire's Meets 3Veni

    Experience the Dragonaires Caribana Sunday! Experience an exciting evening at the Double Tree Plaza Hotel this Caribana Sunday. The Dragonaires and JMC3Veni will be live and entertaining you by performing their greatest hits!

Family Events

Although the Caribana Festival officially launches on July 15th, most visitors are only here for the actual Caribana Weekend which is from Thursday July 29th-Sunday August 2nd. Browse though our list of Caribana events to see exactly what is happening in the city and don't forget to also visit our nightlife section for the hottest parties!

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  • Calypso Tent Music Series

    Calypso Tent Music Series

    Sat. Jun. 5, 2010 @ Various Venues

    The Calypso Tent Music Series showcases a variety of legendary and new Calypso singers and bands. ...

    • Crowd: All Ages (16+)
    • Price: $15-$20
    • Music: Calypso, Live Music
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  • Caribana 2010 Official Launch

    Caribana 2010 Official Launch

    Thu. Jul. 15, 2010 @ Yonge/Dundas Square

    The Scotiabank Caribana Festival Season begins with the Official Launch ceremony. This kickoff ...

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: Free
    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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  • Caribana 2010 Junior Carnival

    Caribana 2010 Junior Carnival

    Sat. Jul. 17, 2010 @ Yorkgate Mall (Jane & Finch)

    Junior Carnival is an annual parade that gives children the opportunity to celebrate Caribbean ...

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: Free
    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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  • 'Kaiso 365' Calypso Monarch Finals

    'Kaiso 365' Calypso Monarch Finals

    Sat. Jul. 24, 2010 @ Ontario Science Centre

    This event gives Canadian Calypsonians a chance to compete to be crowned the Calypso Monarch of 2010. ...

    • Crowd: Family Event
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    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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  • Caribana Art Exhibition

    Caribana Art Exhibition

    Thu. Jul. 22, 2010 @ Royal Ontario Museum

    Now in its 4th year, this art exhibition will feature a collection of over 100 worksfrom ...

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: Free
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  • Scotiabank Caribana Gala

    Scotiabank Caribana Gala

    Fri. Jul. 23, 2010 @ Liberty Grand - Exhibition Place

    The Scotiabank Caribana Gala is a celebration of Caribbean music and art. This elegant event is a ...

    • Crowd: Mature, Urban, Thirties ...
    • Price: Various Prices
    • Music: R&B, Soca, Calypso
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  • Clash of Tents

    Clash of Tents

    Wed. Jul. 28, 2010 @ Great Hall

    Enjoy the lyrical and topical compositions of two Rival casts of singers vying to have he last word ...

    • Crowd: Family Event
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    • Music: Calypso
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  • Caribana King and Queen Show

    Caribana King and Queen Show

    Thu. Jul. 29, 2010 @ Lamport Stadium

    Mas Band leaders of the 2010 Caribana Parade compete for the title of King and Queen…

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: $30
    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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  • Caribana Pan Alive

    Caribana Pan Alive

    Fri. Jul. 30, 2010 @ Lamport Stadium

    Check out Caribana 2010's premiere steel pan competition Pan Alive at Lamport Stadium.

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: $25
    • Music: Live Music
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  • Toronto Caribana Parade 2010

    Toronto Caribana Parade 2010

    Sat. Jul. 31, 2010 @ Exhibition Place & Lakeshore Boulevard

    The 2010 Caribana Parade is back for its 43rd year celebrating Caribbean culture in Toronto.

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: Free
    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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  • Temperature - De Festival

    Temperature - De Festival

    Sat. Jul. 31, 2010 @ Lamport Stadium

    Expected to be the summer's hottest Parade After Parade party. The fun starts right after the ...

    • Crowd: Urban, Family Event
    • Price: $35
    • Music: Soca, Live Music
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  • CHUTNEY IN DE PARK - 2nd Annual Guyanese & Trini Family Picnic

    CHUTNEY IN DE PARK - 2nd Annual Guyanese & Trini Family Picnic

    Sun. Aug. 1, 2010 @ Bella Gardens

    Chutney in De Park Family Picnic in King City offers fun games, music and entertainment.

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: $10
    • Music: Soca, Chutney, Live Music
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  • De Caribana Lime / Tropical Rhythms

    De Caribana Lime / Tropical Rhythms

    Sun. Aug. 1, 2010 @ Ontario Place

    Foodies and Caribbean cuisine lovers rejoice at De Caribana Lime 2010 and Tropical Rhythms Food Festival…

    • Crowd: Family Event
    • Price: $20
    • Music: Soca, Calypso, Live Music
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