Got i-Land Fest Tabanca? We’ve got the cure!

In Caribbean culture, tabanca is a term originating in Trinidad & Tobago that describes that deep feeling of longing or heartbreak when you just can’t get over someone—or something.

After the first i-Land Fest in 2024, the Tabanca was real! People were already missing the soca, Carnival energy, community and vibes, so we created i-Land Fest Tabanca Fete to bring everyone back together.

Now in its third year, Tabanca is our annual post-i-Land Fest reunion—a night to reconnect, fete and bring back a little of that Carnival feeling we’ve all been missing.

This Year’s Fete
Get ready for a night of soca, calypso, dancehall, reggae and more, with two special guest DJs flying in for Tabanca! Artist reveal coming soon.

Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Location: Black & Here Centre (1327 Douglas Street, Victoria)
Age: 19+ Event

Caribbean eats will be available for purchase while supplies last, with a cash & card bar available throughout the night.

Early Bird tickets are limited.