South Florida's youth will showcase pageantry, vibrancy, and pride at the annual Miami Carnival Jr. Carnival. This annual Caribbean family-friendly event fosters Caribbean pride, Carnival tradition, and artistic expression. With multiple Jr. Carnival bands, young masqueraders will be judged based on their creativity, presentation, originality,...
Top 5 Favorite Cultural Spots in Miami by Jessy Schuster Miami is a mosaic of cultures manifested through art, music, food, and unique experience is what any visitor will find represented throughout Miami. The “305” (one of Miami’s many nicknames) has always been a leader in...
By South Florida Caribbean News June 9, 20190 CommentsRead More → Miami Carnival Spotlights Board Member Gilda Swasey Gilda Swasey SOUTH FLORIDA – As we celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month, Miami Carnival spotlights their Board Member Gilda Swasey. Q: What is your backstory? A: I was born in the beautiful county of Belize,...
Parades & Festivals Miami/South Florida 2019 MARCH 22, 2019 1. Carnaval Miami Carnaval Miami, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, culminates its weeklong celebrations with Calle Ocho. Comprising 20 blocks, Calle Ocho is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in the United States. Ten stages will dot the...
by BAHAMIANISTA PLANNING FOR MIAMI CARNIVAL 2019? DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START? Here’s a quick guide on everything you need to know about planning for Miami Carnival 2019. WHEN? According to Miami Carnival Organization, the parade will be held SUNDAY OCTOBER 13th, 2019. Suggested dates of travel would be arriving Tuesday (October 8th, 2019)...
Giselle D’ Wassi One in true Caribbean style wears many hats from Host, Promoter, Bandleader, Radio Personality, Performing Artist, Mother, and Cultural Ambassador. Those are some of the titles used to refer to Giselle “The Wassi One” Blanche who was born in Brooklyn New York, but...
Miami is a mosaic of cultures manifested through art, music, food, and a unique experience is what any visitor will find represented throughout Miami. The “305” (one of Miami’s many nicknames) has always been a leader in diversity due its strong population from so many...
Highlighting one of the Caribbeans talented makeup Artist Deandra Nosworthy ...
Q: Where are you from? A: I was born here in Broward County, Florida. Mother is from Georgetown, Guyana, and Father is from Laborie, St. Lucia. Q: Favorite dish from your island? A: Curry Beef and Roti, Doubles Q: Who were your influences as a DJ coming up and...
Whether you’re a masquerader on the road or enjoying the parade in the stands, staying hydrated ...