BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub - ECPv6.15.20//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:20260214T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260215T010000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 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 šŸ“… Carnival Saturday | 02-14-26šŸŽŸļø Admission: FREE (Family Friendly)šŸ•“ Time: 6:30 PM ā€“ 1 AMšŸ“ Location: Braefoot Park Centre (1359 McKenzie Ave\, Victoria) \nGet ready for the 4th annual Carnival Culture Connection (CCC)ā€”the Valentineā€™s Day Edition! \nThis year\, weā€™re celebrating Trinidad & Tobagoā€™s Carnival Saturday on Valentineā€™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 everyoneā€”whether youā€™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! \nāž¤Ā Non-stop Caribbean music from top DJsā€”Soca\, Calypso\, Raspo\, and Chutney to keep you moving all night long. \nāž¤Ā Kidsā€™ corner with fun activities\, including mas making\, to entertain the little ones. \nāž¤Ā Authentic Caribbean meals available for pre-order from Triniā€™2ā€™D Bone šŸ‡¹šŸ‡¹ & Run A Boat šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡² \nāž¤ Classic Caribbean drinks available at the bar. \nCelebrate love\, culture\, and Carnivalā€”Valentineā€™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 Yearā€™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:20251107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251107T230000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 CREATED:20250915T215909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T154413Z UID:27212-1762534800-1762556400@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2025 Tabanca | Post-Carnival Fete DESCRIPTION:Still missing i-Land Fest? Youā€™re not alone ā€” weā€™re all feeling that tabanca (Trini lingo for the longing you feel when something you love is over). \nLetā€™s cure it together with one more night of Caribbean vibes! \nšŸ“… Date: Friday\, November 7\, 2025šŸ•” Time: 5:00 PM ā€“ 11:00 PMšŸ“ Venue: Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion (Upper Floor)šŸŽŸļø Tickets: \n\nEarly Bird: $15\nRegular Admission: $20\n\nšŸ“ Dinner by Run-A-Boat (available for pre-order only): \n\nJerk Chicken Meal (with rice & peas + salad)\nJamaican Beef Patties\nVeggie Stew (with rice & peas + salad)\n\nšŸ¹ Caribbean Beverages @ the Bar (Carib\, Red Stripe\, Appleton etc)šŸŽ¶ Music: Soca ā€¢ Calypso ā€¢ Dancehall ā€¢ ReggaešŸ”ž 19+ Event URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2025tabanca/ LOCATION:Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion\, 1070 Tillicum Rd\, Esquimalt\, BC\, V9A 2A1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fete / Party,Social / Mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Tabanca-Cover.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250830T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250831T020000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 CREATED:20250413T055347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T055418Z UID:26702-1756585800-1756605600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2025 Official After Party DESCRIPTION:i-Land Fest After Party\n \n \n \n \n \n šŸ”„ The Official After Party ($15 Early Bird ā€¢ $25 Regular)Saturday\, August 30 | Doors open at 8:30 PM \nThe vibes donā€™t stop after the festival! Head over to Wicket Hall (919 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC) for the Official After Party ā€” the final fete to wrap up the weekend. Let loose\, dance your heart out\, and celebrate Caribbean culture with the i-Land Fest fam one last time. \nGet your tickets HERE and mek we link up! Dā€™bacchanal start! URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/i-land-fest-2025-official-after-party/ LOCATION:Wicket Hall\, 919 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W2C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fete / Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/After-Party-2025-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250829T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250830T020000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 CREATED:20250413T054411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T054517Z UID:26688-1756494000-1756519200@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2025 GLOW | Kick-Off Fete DESCRIPTION:i-Land Fest Glow Fete\n \n \n \n \n \n šŸŒŸ GLOW (i-Land Fest Kick-Off Fete) \n19+ | Friday\, August 29 | Doors open at 7:00 PM \nJoin us at Ambrosia (638 Fisgard St\, Victoria\, BC) for the official i-Land Fest kickoff party! GLOW is all about high-energy vibes\, glowing fits\, and Caribbean heat. Come light up the night with the best in Soca\, Dancehall\, Reggae\, Afrobeats\, and more ā€” spun by top DJs bringing the island vibes to Victoria. \nGet your tickets now and mek we link up! Dā€™bacchanal start! Get your tickets here! URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/i-land-fest-2025-glow-kick-off-fete/ LOCATION:Ambrosia Banquet Hall\, 638 Fisgard St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W1R6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fete / Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Glow-2025-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 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 šŸŽ‰ i-Land Fest ā€¢ Vancouver Islandā€™s Caribbean CarnivalšŸ“… August 29-31\, 2025šŸ“ 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:āœØ GLOW: The Official Kick-Off Fete (19+) ā€“ Friday\, August 29āœØ Carnival Parade ā€“ Saturday\, August 30āœØ The Official After Party (19+) ā€“ Saturday\, August 30 \nEveryone is welcomeā€”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 Dā€™BoneMJā€™s CuisineSoca FoodsNubian DelicaciesLos Panos Kitchen \nĀ  \nDessert Vendors\nFrosana Treatsƀ 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:20260414T223606 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! \nāœ… 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 šŸ‘• 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. \nšŸ“ 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. \nLetā€™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:20260414T223606 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 Ā šŸ“… Carnival Saturday\, March 1st\, 2025šŸ•“ Time: 5pm ā€“ midnightšŸ“ Location: Rifflandia Showroom (full address provided after registration) \nGet ready for the 3rd annual Carnival Culture Connection (CCC)ā€”a spectacular celebration of Trinidad and Tobagoā€™s Carnival Saturday! šŸŒŸ \nThis FREE family-friendly event offers an unforgettable experience for the Caribbean community and anyone curious about this iconic celebration. With the theme ā€œOld Masā€ā€”honouring Traditional Masā€”weā€™ll bring the spirit of Carnival to life right here at home in Victoria\, BC! \nšŸŽ¶ Non-stop music by Caribbean DJsā€”feel the rhythm of Soca\, Calypso\, Raspo and Chutney all night long \nšŸ‘§šŸæ Kids Zoneā€”fun for the little ones \nšŸ¹ Cash or card barā€”enjoy classic Caribbean beverages \nšŸ½Ā Food Pre-Orders AvailableĀ ā€“ Caribbean meals are available by pre-order only. Enjoy delicious Caribbean cuisine fromĀ Run A BoatĀ andĀ Trini 2 Dā€™ Bone! \nšŸ‘•Ā Limited Edition CCC T-ShirtsĀ ā€“ Pre-order now and pick up at the event! \nšŸŽŸļø Grab your FREE tickets now! While entry is free\, registration is requiredā€”donā€™t miss out! ā¬‡ļø \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 šŸŖ© 5pm ā€“ 7pm Sailor Mas & Jump Up (Kids Zone) \nšŸŖ© 5pm ā€“ 9pm Dinner Serving (Pre-Order) \nšŸŖ© 5pm ā€“ 9pm Resident DJ ā€“ DJ Abelee šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡² \nšŸŖ© 7pm ā€“ 9pm Trivia\, Limbo & Back in Time \nšŸŖ© 9pm ā€“ 12am Fete w/ DJ Cabin Fever šŸ‡¹šŸ‡¹\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:20241108T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241109T020000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 CREATED:20241007T024351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T053558Z UID:25488-1731099600-1731117600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2024 Tabanca | Post-Carnival Fete DESCRIPTION:Highlights\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 TABANCA\n \n \n \n \n \n Canā€™t stop thinking about i-Land Fest? Weā€™ve got just the cureā€” i-Land Fest Tabanca\, happening on November 8! Doors open at 9pm\, and the bar closes at 1am\, so get ready for a night full of pure Caribbean vibes! \nGrab your limited early bird tickets for just $20 while they last! Weā€™ll have a cash bar and delicious Caribbean food like jerk chicken and festival\, corn soup\, and Jamaican beef patties for sale. \nIf you were at the i-Land Fest Official After Party\, you already knowā€”itā€™s going to be a massive turn-up\, or maybe even better! \nEvent Details: \nšŸ„ƒ 19+ onlyšŸ“… Friday\, November 08\, 2024šŸ“ 3277 Douglas St.\, VictoriašŸ•˜ Doors open @ 9pm. Weā€™re going until late!šŸŽ›ļø Music by Nasty Jag Sound šŸ‡¹šŸ‡¹šŸŽ¶ Soca\, Calypso\, Dancehall\, Reggae & AfrobeatsšŸŽŸļø $20 Early Bird | $25 General Admission | More at the door \nDonā€™t miss out! šŸŒ“šŸ„³ \nPurchase tickets at ilandfesttabanca.eventbrite.ca URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/tabanca/ LOCATION:Ukrainian Cultural Centre\, 3277 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8Z 3K9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fete / Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Soca-Fete.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub":MAILTO:info@vicaribbeanhub.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240824T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240825T010000 DTSTAMP:20260414T223606 CREATED:20241009T045727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T053426Z UID:25708-1724533200-1724547600@vicaribbeanhub.com SUMMARY:i-Land Fest 2024 Official After Party 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 After Party\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for the i-Land Fest Official After Party\, an unforgettable night filled with high-energy Caribbean music and non-stop dancing! This 19+ event will take place on Saturday\, August 24th\, and promises to keep the Caribbean vibes alive long after the festival ends. \nDance the night away to a vibrant mix of Soca\, Dancehall\, Calypso\, Reggae\, and Afro-Beats music\, spun by some of the hottest DJs. \nTickets are $20 in advance and $30 at the door\, so grab yours early and save! The bar will be serving a wide selection of drinks until it closes at 1am. \nDonā€™t miss out on this incredible event ā€“ itā€™s the perfect way to cap off your i-Land Fest experience! \nEvent Details: \nšŸ„ƒ 19+ onlyšŸ“… Saturday\, August 24\, 2024šŸ“ Medusaā€™s Shot House (531 Yates St\, Victoria)šŸ•˜ Doors open @ 9pm | Bar Closes @ 1amšŸŽ§ Music by DJ Cabin Fever & DJ Dā€™FreshšŸŽ¶ Soca\, Dancehall\, Calypso\, Reggae & AfrobeatsšŸŽ« $20 advance | $30 at the door \nGet your tickets now and mek we link up! Dā€™bacchanal start! Tickets: ilandfest.eventbrite.ca URL:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/event/2024afterparty/ LOCATION:Medusaā€™s Shot House\, 531 Yates St\, Victoria CATEGORIES:Fete / Party ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vicaribbeanhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-After-Party.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:20260414T223606 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: Thereā€™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 Dā€™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 Dā€™Fresh\n\n\n3:00 PM\nKing Fish ā€œLimbo For Allā€\n\n\n4:00 PM\nPoncho\n\n\n4:45 PM\nCaleb Hart (Headliner)\n\n\n5:30 PM\nMusic by DJ Dā€™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)Natā€™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:20260414T223606 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 wonā€™t want to miss. \nParade Details: \n\nDate: August 24\, 2024\nTime: 11:00 AM ā€“ 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:20260414T223606 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 Tobagoā€™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 ā€“ 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 Tobagoā€™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 yearā€™s event will be free and open to all\, with activities for the whole family\, including: \n\nA special ā€œKiddy Areaā€ 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:20260414T223606 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 & Tobagoā€™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 youā€™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