Carifest 2026

Schedule

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square | Rochester, NY

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Western New York's Largest Caribbean Festival taking place in Rochester NY
About this Event

Welcome to Carifest 2026, the 40th Anniversary!!! Get ready for two days filled with vibrant Caribbean culture, music, and food. Join us on Aug 7th & 8th 2026 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square starting at 5pm Friday and 1 PM Saturday. Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of reggae, soca, and calypso music while indulging in delicious Caribbean cuisine. Don't miss out on the colorful costumes, dance performances, and lively atmosphere. Come celebrate with us and experience a taste of the Caribbean right here in Rochester NY!


Parade

🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Carifest Parade

Info: Starting at W Main St and Plymouth Ave
East on Main Street
Right on East Ave
Right on Chestnut Street
Chestnut Street to MLK Park


Festival

🕑: 01:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Carifest Festival

Info: Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of reggae, soca, and calypso music while indulging in delicious Caribbean cuisine. Don't miss out on the colorful costumes, dance performances, and lively atmosphere. Come celebrate with us and experience a taste of the Caribbean right here in Rochester


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Where is it happening?

Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square, 353 Court Street, Rochester, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 23.11

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