Official Launch – FREE
Jul 7th, 2015 12.00pm-2.00pm
David Pecaut Square Metro Hall
The official launch presents the activities for the Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Ca
rnival Festival. It is a snapshot of the festivities. Here you can experience the rhythms and vibes of Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival and join in the celebration of the creative spirit of Caribbean carnivals and other events happening in and around Toronto.
Junior Carnival FREE
Jul 18th, 2015 – from 10.00am-8.00pm
Neilson Park Neilson Road, Scarborough Ontario
Good for family
Annual Gala
Fri. Jul. 24, 2014 | 5.00pm-02.00am
Cocktails & Fundraising: 5:30pm
Dinner & Awards: 7:00pm
Jump Up After Party: 10:00pm to 12:00am
Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex – 25 British Columbia Road (Exhibition Place)
Good for Singles and Couples
Come all dressed up
Lots of important people will be here!
An elegant evening at the Liberty Grand that showcases masquerade models, music, dancing, exotic food, signature drinks – sensational sights, sounds, and tastes to support an identified cause.
OCPA Calypso Finals -FREE
Jul 25th, 2015 TBD
Chinese Cultural Centre 5183 Sheppard Ave East, Scarborough, Ontario
Good for family
Kings & Queens
Jul 30th, 2015 – 5.00pm-02.00am
Lamport Stadium 1151 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario
The Allan Lamport Stadium becomes an outdoor theatrical stage where the Kings and Queens of the bands along with individuals compete to be the best of the best. They give the audience the opportunity to appreciate the talent and artistic skill of the designers and costumer builders. The Ontario Science Center continues to award a special prize for the best environment use of material in a costume.
Pan Alive Competition
Jul 31st, 2015, 7.00pm-02.00am
Lamport Stadium 1151 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario
Grand Parade
August 1st, 2015 – 09.30 a.m. – 8.00pm
Exhibition Place & Lakeshore Blvd – Map
Free and Paid event
Good for family, couples and singles
Be prepared for the sun
The marquee parade is the showcase of the Festival. After months of preparation, masqueraders in colourful and striking costumes and steel pan bands wine their way from Exhibition Place along a 3.5 kilometre stretch on Lakeshore Boulevard. This performance of bejewelled masqueraders continues to draw millions from all over the world to see the live performing street art year after year. With opportunities for VIP seating in designated, controlled areas, which will include upgraded seating, tents, and marketplace.
Carnival Island
August 2nd, 2015 – 10.00am-8.00pm
Olympic Island
Good for Couples and Family
The Carnival Island event is the fusion of popular Caribbean musical styles, Calypso, Soca dance music and Indo Bhojpuri folk, Chutney. End your Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival weekend on a high note at this family-friendly event
