Afro-Caribbean Festival

Name: Afro-Caribbean Festival
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-16
Location: Red Deer

The fourth annual Afro-Caribbean Festival is a two-day cultural celebration held in downtown Red Deer, Alberta. Taking place on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, the festival is located on Gaetz Avenue in front of Red Deer City Hall. It features dozens of vendors, diverse food options, live performances, and a dedicated children's area, bringing the community together to experience African and Caribbean cultures.

Date: Aug 15-16, 2026
Location: Red Deer

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Event summary

Highlights

Dozens of vendors
Diverse food options including Afro-Caribbean, Filipino, Middle Eastern, and Canadian cuisines
Live performances
Children’s area with professional childcare workers

The Afro-Caribbean Festival is an annual two-day event celebrating African and Caribbean cultures, hosted by the African Caribbean Centre of Central Alberta. The fourth iteration of the festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, in downtown Red Deer, specifically on Gaetz Avenue directly in front of Red Deer City Hall.

The festival aims to create an immersive cultural experience, bringing the community together for celebration and education. Attendees can explore a variety of offerings from dozens of vendors and enjoy diverse food options, including Afro-Caribbean, Filipino, Middle Eastern, and Canadian cuisines. The event also features vibrant live performances and a children’s area staffed by professional childcare workers.

Beyond the daytime activities, the festival includes a Saturday night after-party at Bo’s Bar and Stage. Organizers emphasize that the festival is designed for people of all backgrounds, serving as a platform to celebrate diversity, foster learning about different cultures, and support local downtown Red Deer businesses.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.