BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260518T150000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20260416T152119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T152212Z UID:27945-1779102000-1779116400@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Mas Making Workshop (Part 2) | Victoria Day Holiday DESCRIPTION:Create Your Own Carnival Headpiece\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Workshop \nBack by popular demand\, our Mas Making Workshop returns for Part 2! Following the success of last year’s session\, we invite you to create your own Carnival headpiece in a fun\, hands-on environment rooted in Caribbean Carnival traditions. \nGuided by experienced mas makers\, this workshop is open to all skill levels—whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time. \nWhat’s Included \n\n\n\nAll materials to create your headpiece\nStep-by-step guidance from experienced mas makers\nA fun\, creative\, and cultural experience\n\n\n\nBe A Masquerader \n✨ Participants will have the opportunity to wear their creations in the i-Land Fest Parade\, bringing their designs to life in a celebration of culture and community. \nWho Can Join \nAll ages are welcome. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nNo Experience NeededJust come ready to create\, connect\, and celebrate! \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n This workshop is heavily subsidized—however\, to help cover some material costs and ensure committed participation\, a $20 non-refundable registration fee is required. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/mas-making-workshop-part-2-victoria-day-holiday/ LOCATION:Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA)\, 808 Douglas St (5th Floor)\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Mas-Making-Event-Main-Image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20251127T220542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184426Z UID:27544-1772280000-1772298000@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:DWTN Winter Lime 2026 DESCRIPTION:2026 Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n In the News\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Victoria News \nSook News Mirror \nVictoria Buzz \nCBC Radio\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 DWTN Winter Lime\n \n \n \n \n \n We’re back — bringing the warmth\, rhythm\, and flavour of the Caribbean to Victoria this winter. \nAfter welcoming over 4\,000 attendees in our debut year\, DWTN Winter Lime returns on Saturday\, February 28\, 2026\, transforming Ship Point (Inner Harbour) into a vibrant Caribbean gathering as we close out Black History Month. \nWhat’s a Lime? \nIn Trinidadian culture\, “liming” means gathering\, relaxing\, and enjoying good vibes with good people. That’s exactly what DWTN Winter Lime is about — an all-ages outdoor celebration where families\, friends\, and the wider community come together to connect\, move\, eat\, and experience Caribbean culture in the heart of downtown Victoria. \nEven in February\, we create warmth through culture\, music\, and community. \nWhat to Expect \n➤ A Historic All-Caribbean Food Lineup \nFor the first time in Victoria’s history\, an entire major public event food lineup will feature exclusively Caribbean cuisine. From jerk chicken and doubles to patties and plantain\, come hungry. \n➤ Live Caribbean DJs \nSoca\, Reggae\, Dancehall\, and Calypso spinning all afternoon to keep the energy high. \n➤ Soca Fit \nA high-energy Caribbean aerobics session guaranteed to warm you up — even in winter. \n➤ Cultural Activities \nInteractive trivia\, storytelling\, and moments that highlight Afro-Caribbean history and heritage. \n➤ Kids Zone \nFamily-friendly programming\, activities\, and games for our youngest limers. \n➤ Marketplace Vendors \nBrowse 20+ local vendors offering Caribbean- and African-inspired goods\, art\, crafts\, and services. \n➤ Complimentary Hot Cocoa \nWe’re giving away free hot chocolate to the first 1\,500 attendees — because winter + soca requires balance. \nEvent Details \n📍 Ship Point (Inner Harbour)\, Victoria🗓 Saturday\, February 28\, 2026⏰ 12:00pm – 5:00pm🎟 Free & Open to All \nDWTN Winter Lime is more than an event — it’s a cultural statement. It’s about visibility\, celebration\, and creating space for Caribbean culture in public spaces year-round. \nBundle up\, bring your friends\, and come lime with us. \nWe’re Still Looking for Volunteers! \nIt truly takes a village to make this happen. If you’d like to support the Hub and be part of the energy behind the scenes\, we’d love to have you join the team. \n👉🏿 Click here to volunteer or support Winter Lime. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Vendor Sign Up\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading…\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Check Out Last Year’s Lime\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Be A Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n2026 DWTN Winter Lime Sponsorship by Caribbean Hub URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/winterlime2026/ LOCATION:Ship Point (Inner Harbour)\, Ship's Point Park\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1T3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Fitness,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Winter-Lime-2026-Website-Event-Cover-Art.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260214T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260215T010000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20251127T202027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T014051Z UID:27534-1771093800-1771117200@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Carnival Culture Connection 2026 | Valentine's Day Edition DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Carnival Saturday\n \n \n \n \n \n 📅 Carnival Saturday | 02-14-26🎟️ Admission: FREE (Family Friendly)🕓 Time: 6:30 PM – 1 AM📍 Location: Braefoot Park Centre (1359 McKenzie Ave\, Victoria) \nGet ready for the 4th annual Carnival Culture Connection (CCC)—the Valentine’s Day Edition! \nThis year\, we’re celebrating Trinidad & Tobago’s Carnival Saturday on Valentine’s Day\, making it the perfect occasion to bring your loved ones and experience the heart and soul of Carnival right here in Victoria\, BC. \nThis FREE\, family-friendly event welcomes everyone—whether you’re part of the Caribbean community or simply curious about this iconic celebration. Come feel the love\, the energy\, and the unforgettable vibes of Carnival! \n➤ Non-stop Caribbean music from top DJs—Soca\, Calypso\, Raspo\, and Chutney to keep you moving all night long. \n➤ Kids’ corner with fun activities\, including mas making\, to entertain the little ones. \n➤ Authentic Caribbean meals available for pre-order from Trini’2’D Bone 🇹🇹 & Run A Boat 🇯🇲 \n➤ Classic Caribbean drinks available at the bar. \nCelebrate love\, culture\, and Carnival—Valentine’s Day\, the Caribbean way! \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food Pre-Order & Kiddies Mas Making Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n Please scroll down to complete your registration. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Check Out Last Year’s CCC\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Consider Sponsoring CCC!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n2026 CCC Sponsorship by Caribbean Hub\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/ccc2026/ LOCATION:Braefoot Park Centre\, 1359 McKenzie Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 2M1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CCC-2026-VDay-Theme.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251213T100000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20251212T143517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T184435Z UID:27632-1765598400-1765620000@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Caribbean-Ghana Food Cultural Exchange DESCRIPTION:Caribbean-Ghana Cultural Food Exchange\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating shared heritage\, authentic flavours\, vibrant music\, and the beautiful connections of the global diaspora. \nA Celebration of Culture & Cuisine: Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Caribbean and Ghanaian traditions\, united through food\, music\, and community. \nAn Evening to Remember \nThe Caribbean–Ghana Food Cultural Exchange brings together two vibrant cultures united by history\, resilience\, and a shared love for bold flavours and warm hospitality. \nExperience an extraordinary evening where the aromatic spices of the Caribbean meet the rich culinary traditions of Ghana. From jerk seasoning to jollof rice\, from reggae rhythms to highlife melodies – this is more than an event\, it’s a celebration of heritage. URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/ghanaevent/ LOCATION:The Gold Coast Restaurant & Cocktail Bar\, 32 Fifth Ave Ext\, Accra\, Ghana CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Event-Cover-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Grassroots Future Alliance":MAILTO:grassrootsfuturealliance@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20250106T215458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T024214Z UID:26137-1756425600-1756684799@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2025 | Trinidad & Tobago Independence + Labour Day Long Weekend DESCRIPTION:Highlight\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Caribbean Carnival\n \n \n \n \n \n 🎉 i-Land Fest • Vancouver Island’s Caribbean Carnival📅 August 29-31\, 2025📍 Ship Point\, Downtown Victoria\, BC \nJoin us for a HUGE celebration of Caribbean culture\, music\, and community! Experience three days of free\, family-friendly festivities at the waterfront featuring: \n\nLive performances & DJs\nCarnival Parade w/ Costumes\nKids & Game Zone\nAuthentic Caribbean Food\nBeer/Beverage Garden (sponsored by Hoyne Brewing)\nMarket Place (30+ vendors)\nCultural Caribbean Exhibits\nAfter-parties & nonstop bacchanal\n\nFestival Highlights:✨ GLOW: The Official Kick-Off Fete (19+) – Friday\, August 29✨ Carnival Parade – Saturday\, August 30✨ The Official After Party (19+) – Saturday\, August 30 \nEveryone is welcome—come dance\, eat\, and celebrate the Caribbean spirit on the coast! \n \n \n \n \n \n Performance Line Up\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Marketplace\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food Vendors\nSteelPan Food TruckTrini 2 D’BoneMJ’s CuisineSoca FoodsNubian DelicaciesLos Panos Kitchen \n  \nDessert Vendors\nFrosana TreatsÀ la Mode Ice CreamBoss Mommas Creations \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/ilandfest2025/ LOCATION:Ship Point (Inner Harbour)\, Ship's Point Park\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1T3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-iLand-Fest-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T120000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20250404T163606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T154229Z UID:26644-1749290400-1749297600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Pre-Carnival Jump Up | Oak Bay Tea Party Parade DESCRIPTION:Highlights\n \n Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pre-Carnival Jump Up\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get ready to bring the vibes! Join i-Land Fest as we hit the streets for the Pre-Carnival Jump Up at the Oak Bay Tea Party Parade on June 7\, 2025! This is your chance to rep Caribbean culture\, dance to infectious rhythms\, wave your flag\, and hype up the city ahead of I-Land Fest 2025! \n✅ How to Join: Participation is FREE\, but spots are limited! Sign up now to secure your place in the parade: \n \n Sign Up\n \n \n \n \n \n 👕 T-Shirt Purchase: Wear an i-Land Fest t-shirt or a Carnival costume to rep the culture! T-shirts are $20 and must be purchased before the cutoff date on May 2\, 2024. Get yours below. \n📍 Meet-Up & Details: T-shirts will be distributed at the parade meet-up spot. More details on time and location will be sent closer to the event. \nLet’s hit the road together and bring the Caribbean energy to Victoria! Sign up now and get ready to jump up! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/pre-carnival-jump-up/ LOCATION:Oak Bay Tea Party Parade\, 2451 Windsor Rd\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Fitness,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PreCarnival-Jump-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250301T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250302T000000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20250106T220826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T160306Z UID:26147-1740848400-1740873600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Carnival Culture Connection 2025 DESCRIPTION:Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrating Carnival Saturday\n \n \n \n \n \n  📅 Carnival Saturday\, March 1st\, 2025🕓 Time: 5pm – midnight📍 Location: Rifflandia Showroom (full address provided after registration) \nGet ready for the 3rd annual Carnival Culture Connection (CCC)—a spectacular celebration of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival Saturday! 🌟 \nThis FREE family-friendly event offers an unforgettable experience for the Caribbean community and anyone curious about this iconic celebration. With the theme “Old Mas”—honouring Traditional Mas—we’ll bring the spirit of Carnival to life right here at home in Victoria\, BC! \n🎶 Non-stop music by Caribbean DJs—feel the rhythm of Soca\, Calypso\, Raspo and Chutney all night long \n👧🏿 Kids Zone—fun for the little ones \n🍹 Cash or card bar—enjoy classic Caribbean beverages \n🍽 Food Pre-Orders Available – Caribbean meals are available by pre-order only. Enjoy delicious Caribbean cuisine from Run A Boat and Trini 2 D’ Bone! \n👕 Limited Edition CCC T-Shirts – Pre-order now and pick up at the event! \n🎟️ Grab your FREE tickets now! While entry is free\, registration is required—don’t miss out! ⬇️ \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n 🪩 5pm – 7pm Sailor Mas & Jump Up (Kids Zone) \n🪩 5pm – 9pm Dinner Serving (Pre-Order) \n🪩 5pm – 9pm Resident DJ – DJ Abelee 🇯🇲 \n🪩 7pm – 9pm Trivia\, Limbo & Back in Time \n🪩 9pm – 12am Fete w/ DJ Cabin Fever 🇹🇹\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/ccc2025/ LOCATION:Rifflandia Showroom\, Rock Bay\, Victoria CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/CCC2025-Save-the-Date-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250217T180000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20241203T234315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T162147Z UID:25991-1739786400-1739815200@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:DWTN Winter Lime 2025 | Family Day Holiday DESCRIPTION:2025 Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In the News\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 DWTN Winter Lime\n \n \n \n \n \n We’re bringing the Caribbean to the heart of Victoria this winter! DWTN Winter Lime is transforming Ship Point into a cultural market which will take place on the Family Day holiday (Monday\, February 17\, 2025). This event is the perfect way to spend your time during Family Day! Bring your loved ones\, enjoy a fun-filled day and immerse yourself in the warm culture of the Caribbean. \nWhat’s a Lime?In Trinidadian culture\, “liming” means relaxing\, socializing\, and enjoying good company—and that’s exactly what DWTN Winter Lime is all about. This all-ages event invites families\, friends\, and individuals to come together\, connect\, and celebrate Caribbean culture in a cozy winter setting. \nWhat to Expect? \n 🍽️ Caribbean Food: Get ready  for a taste of the Caribbean among other types of cultural foods. \n🛒 Market Vibes: Enjoy a variety of vendors featuring Caribbean and African-inspired goods\, crafts\, and services. \n🎲 Kid-Friendly Activities: A fun-filled zone for kids featuring Caribbean Quest\, an educational treasure hunt\, and storytime\, where we explore the significance of Black hair through storytelling and discussion. \n🎶 Live Music and Dance: DJs will be spinning Caribbean music\, including Soca and Calypso—alongside other popular Caribbean genres. \n☕ FREE HOT COCOA: Find the Country Grocers tent to get your cup of free hot cocoa! \n♨️ Cozy Atmosphere: Stay cozy with outdoor heaters as you soak in the breathtaking waterfront views of Ship Point’s Inner Harbour. \n \nWe liming! 🍋‍🟩🎉\n  \n📅 When: Monday\, February 17\, 2025📍 Where: Ship Point\, Inner Harbour\, Victoria🕙 Time: 10 AM – 6 PM \nThis event is made possible with funding from the City of Victoria’s Our DWTN Ideas Fund. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n 🕙 10:00 AM The Winter Lime market opens\, bringing Caribbean vibes\, food\, and culture to downtown. \n🕚 11:30 AM Embark on the Caribbean Quest\, a fun cultural treasure hunt with exciting prizes. \n🕑 2:00 PM Join us for “The Power in Black Hair\,” an inspiring conversation celebrating heritage\, identity\, and the beauty of Black hair. \n🕓 4:00 PM Feel the rhythm and sweat it out at Soca Fit\, an energetic dance workout to soca beats. \n🕕 6:00 PM The Winter Lime market closes.\n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Vendors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\nThe Steel Pan Food Truck 🇹🇹Come and Get It Food Truck 🇹🇹Run A Boat 🇯🇲Yardie Desserts 🇯🇲Country Crepes \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Organizations\nBC Black History Awareness SocietyBlack Grad Greater VictoriaJamaicans On Vancouver Island Canadian Services Society (JOVICSS) 🇯🇲 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marketplace\nYou Are Amazing Jewelry and CraftsTajah Olson ArtDotty JayPapa Browns BBQ SauceLeafFilter Gutter ProtectionPink PirateFelt a Bird On ItKatswi CreationsWoolHooBeads by MariahMichif MisfitQwa’up Creations \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Music\n \n \n \n \n \n Open to 11:00 am DJ Nayo 🇬🇭 \n11:00 am to 3:00 pm DJ Real West 🇯🇲 \n3:00 pm to Close DJ D’Fresh Musik 🇯🇲\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Sponsors URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/winterlime2025/ LOCATION:Ship Point (Inner Harbour)\, Ship's Point Park\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1T3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DWTN-Winter-Lime-Website-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241020T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241020T173000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20241007T023842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T041906Z UID:25486-1729434600-1729445400@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:GAME ON! | Classic Caribbean Games DESCRIPTION:Looking for an afternoon of FREE\, fun\, friendly competition\, and Caribbean vibes? Join us for GAME ON! to play classic Caribbean games like dominoes and ludi\, and enjoy the lively sounds of Caribbean music. This is a family-friendly event\, and all are welcomed! URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/game_on/ LOCATION:James Bay United Church\, 511 Michigan St.\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 1S1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Loodi-rotated.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20241009T051204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T055604Z UID:25733-1724500800-1724608800@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2024 DESCRIPTION:Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos (Day 1)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos (Day 2)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Festival\n \n \n \n \n \n This exciting two-day festival kicks off with a vibrant parade on August 24th\, starting at Government St & Wharf St and ending at Centennial Square. You can also expect: \nLive Performances: Electrifying performances by Caribbean artists\, including a traditional steel pan band! \nDelicious Food: Savour a variety of Caribbean cuisine\, along with a selection of multicultural foods. \nGame Zone: Participate in cultural games that are fun for all ages\, celebrating traditions from the Caribbean and beyond. \nKids Zone: There’s plenty of fun for the little ones in our Kids Zone! \n \n \n \n \n \n Performance Line Up\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday\, August 24\, 2024\n\n\n\n11:00 AM\nCarnival Parade on Government St.\n\n\n12:30 PM\nOpening Ceremony\n\n\n1:00 PM\nMusic by DJ Shayne\n\n\n3:00 PM\nSunshine Rhythms (Steel Pan Band)\n\n\n4:00 PM\nDiversity Performing Arts Club of Calgary\n\n\n4:30 PM\nMusic by DJ Shayne / Dance Break\n\n\n5:20 PM\nTK the Band\n\n\n6:20 PM\nShurwayne Winchester (Headliner)\n\n\n9:00 PM\nDoors Open for the After Party\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday\, August 25\, 2024\n\n\n\n12:00 PM\nMusic by DJ D’Fresh\n\n\n1:00 PM\nSoca Wellness Workshop\n\n\n1:40 PM\nDiversity Performing Arts Club of Calgary\n\n\n2:00 PM\nMusic by DJ D’Fresh\n\n\n3:00 PM\nKing Fish “Limbo For All”\n\n\n4:00 PM\nPoncho\n\n\n4:45 PM\nCaleb Hart (Headliner)\n\n\n5:30 PM\nMusic by DJ D’Fresh / Closing\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Marketplace\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Food\nThe Steel Pan (Trinbago Street Food)Nat’s Caribbean KitchenThe Grill LordeCountry CrepesMacondo Colombian KitchenA la Mode Ice Cream Inc.Ice KeemOh So Mexy \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Merchants\nEtte DesignsButtons by EllenReggae WearsTajah Olson ArtYou Are Amazing JewelryUchi Collections Afriboutique \nOther\nAssociation of Nigerians in VictoriaBC Black History Awareness SocietyBlack Press Media \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Partners URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2024ilandfest/ LOCATION:Centennial Square\, 1 Centennial Square\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ilandfest2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240824T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240824T123000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165702 CREATED:20241009T042725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T053544Z UID:25670-1724497200-1724502600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2024 Parade DESCRIPTION:Highlights\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Page\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n i-Land Fest Parade\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for the highly anticipated i-Land Fest Parade on August 24th\, a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture in the heart of Victoria! This lively and colourful parade brings the rhythm\, energy\, and spirit of the islands to the streets\, showcasing the rich diversity of Caribbean nations. With dazzling costumes\, pulsating music\, and infectious dance\, the i-Land Fest Parade is a spectacle you won’t want to miss. \nParade Details: \n\nDate: August 24\, 2024\nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\nLocation: Downtown Victoria (starting from Centennial Square)\n\nVisit ilandfest.com for more details. URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2024ilandfestparade/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/ilandfest1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240210T220000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165703 CREATED:20241009T032731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T220612Z UID:25623-1707580800-1707602400@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Carnival Culture Connection 2024 DESCRIPTION:Event Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for the 2nd edition of Carnival Culture Connection (CCC)\, a vibrant celebration of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival right here in Victoria! Experience the colour\, rhythm\, and energy of Carnival as we bring this rich cultural tradition to the Caribbean families and broader community on Vancouver Island. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Saturday\, February 10th\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nLocation: Oaklands Community Centre\, 1-2827 Belmont Ave\, Victoria\, BC \nWhat to Expect:\nCCC is an immersive\, family-friendly\, and inclusive event designed to celebrate Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival and educate the community on this important cultural experience. We welcome you to explore the magic of Carnival through: \n\nColourful Costumes & Decorations: Be amazed by the vibrant Carnival costumes on display\, featuring the intricate designs that make this celebration a feast for the eyes.\nCaribbean Rhythms: Dance the night away to the beats of Soca\, Calypso\, Steelpan\, and Rapso\, music genres that bring the authentic sounds of Carnival to life.\nCulinary Delights: Enjoy mouthwatering Trinidadian dishes that offer a true taste of the Caribbean.\n\nFamily Fun & Community Connection: \nThis year’s event will be free and open to all\, with activities for the whole family\, including: \n\nA special “Kiddy Area” where children can play and enjoy the festivities.\nA welcome to the land by members of the Songhees Nation\, who will honour the ancestral lands of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations\, as well as the WSANEC Nation. URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2024ccc/ LOCATION:Oaklands Community Centre\, 2827 Belmont Ave #1\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 4B2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/CCC2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230218T220000 DTSTAMP:20260527T165703 CREATED:20241009T034313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T232806Z UID:25639-1676736000-1676757600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:Carnival Culture Connection 2023 DESCRIPTION:Event Recap Photos\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for the inaugural Carnival Culture Connection (CCC) on Saturday\, February 18th\, 2023\, at Braefoot Park! This free\, family-friendly event brings the vibrant energy of Trinidad & Tobago’s Carnival to Victoria. Enjoy a day filled with colourful Carnival costumes\, Caribbean music like Soca\, Calypso\, and Dancehall\, and delicious Trinidadian food. \nThe event will begin with a traditional land acknowledgment to honor the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. \nWhether you’re part of the Caribbean community or simply curious about this rich culture\, CCC is a fun\, inclusive celebration for all! URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2023ccc/ LOCATION:Braefoot Park Centre\, 1359 McKenzie Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 2M1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2023-CCC-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR