Celebrate 34 years of Miami Carnival and experience the vibrancy of Caribbean culture, creative self-expression, entrepreneurialism
MIAMI – The annual Caribbean Carnival season culminates with one of the largest cultural spectacles in North America, Miami Carnival, on Sunday, October 7th from 11am-11pm at the Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds (10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165).
Miami Carnival, celebrating 34 years, continues to be a feather in the cultural diversity cap of Miami and the South Florida region.
The Miami Carnival Parade of Bands and Concert is presented by the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).
The festival is also made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.
Tickets can be purchased here: Miami Broward Carnival.
Over 17 masquerade bands will compete for prizes, pageantry and bragging rights
“After 34 years, Miami Carnival is an institutional mainstay of Miami’s cultural tourism economy. With the generations of persons of Caribbean descent from the region and other corners of America who have made Miami home, their music, culture, and artistic energy are helping to book out the availability of hotel rooms, special event venues, rent-a-cars, and shopping centers over the Columbus Day Weekend. This event transforms Miami into an economically vibrant culture wonderland”, states Marlon Hill, attorney for Miami Carnival.
“We are excited to partner again with Miami Carnival. Each year the festival organizers enhance the planning and execution with bigger and better ways to showcase Caribbean Heritage from all over the world and particularly in the Miami metropolitan area. It is our hope that the festival continues to grow in numbers and also becomes a staple itinerary event for potential tourists to consider when planning vacations, reunions, and conventions”, states Connie W. Kinnard, GMCVB Vice President, Multicultural Tourism & Development.
Miami Carnival Signature Events
Junior Carnival – Saturday, September 29, 2018
Join Miami Carnival as they celebrate young people with their annual Jr. Carnival Parade of Bands and a cultural celebration that features music, spectacle, and fun for the whole family.
The event takes place Saturday, September 29th, 2018 from 12 noon – 11pm at Central Broward Regional Park. Presented by TD Bank, the day includes the parade of masqueraders competing for bragging rights and prizes, arts and crafts, face painting, Jr. Calypso and Jr. Pan Soloist, and other kid inspired activities.
Advance Tickets: $10
Panorama – Friday, October 5, 2018
Love Music? Then join Miami Carnival for their annual Panorama on Friday, October 5th from 4pm-11pm at the Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill, Florida.
Enjoy the sweet sounds of world-renowned steel bands as they compete for the crown of Panorama Champion 2018.
One of the staple events within the cultural offerings at Miami Carnival, Panorama promises to be a musically inspired, family event. Caribbean Airlines is the official Panorama Airline Carrier.
Advance Tickets-$15
J’ouvert – Saturday, October 6, 2018
J’ouvert is a massive street party created in Trinidad held during Carnival, though now celebrated throughout many Caribbean cultures, and subsequently in areas where Caribbean peoples have immigrated.
It’s mud, paint and pure bacchanal at the official Miami Carnival J’ouvert. Over 25 participating mas bands. Pure vibes. Time: 7am-3pm
Advance tickets $25
Miami Carnival Parade of Bands and Concert-Sunday, October 7, 2018
Miami Carnival is a kaleidoscope of Caribbean cultures under one umbrella that will celebrate one of Miami’s premier cultural festivals that captures the spirit, passion, and essence of the Caribbean-American community.
The event takes place 12noon-11pm at the Miami-Dade County Fair and Expo.
Presented by The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the day also includes the diverse and unique flavors of Caribbean food, drinks, and crafts. JetBlue is the official airline carrier.
Patrons are encouraged to use one of the three free park and ride locations.
Miami Carnival Sponsors
Miami Carnival is presented by the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.
Corporate Sponsors: Miami Carnival is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, JetBlue – Official Airline Carriers for Miami Carnivals, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey – Official Miami Carnival Whiskey, Yellow Cab Broward, Concrete Beach Brewery, Nuvo Sparkling Liqueur, and Caribbean Airlines, Official airline carrier for Panorama.
Carnival Partners: Soca on the Seas, Antigua & Barbuda Festival Commission, Jamaica Carnival, Cayman Carnival – Batabano, T&T Carnival Commission, Law Firm of Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel, Uber Soca Cruise, Arm Wave Sleeves, Barbados Tourism
Media partners: iHeart Media with 103.5 The Beat and PK’s Throwback 105.5, South Florida,Caribbean News, Caribbean National Weekly, Jamaicans.com ,Vibez Radio New York, Big up Redman, Wack Radio 90.1Trinidad, Caribbean American Passport News Magazine, FRP TV powered by Worldcast Live with DJ DLife, WHQT-FM HOT 105, WEDR 99 Jamz, Mike Andrews Show – The Caribbean Connection, Island Origin, Zip 103FM-Jamaica, Sleek – Jamaica, smallislandmassive.com, eventsrusonline.com, Big Wall – RHK Entertainment – Jamaica WACK Radio 90.1FM Trinidad, Caribbeanfinders.com, Caribbean Connection with David Cadillac Martin, WZOP 92.7 and WZZP 96.1, Riddims Marketing, and Kotch Magazine.
Miami Carnival Live performances
Live Performances: Kes The Band, Patrice Roberts, Shurwayne Winchester, Teddyson John, Dil E Nadan, King Bubba, Peter Ram, Stiffy, Ricardo Drue, Trinidad & Tobago Prison Band, P Goodz, Prime Ethic, Soca Empress J, Scrappy, Rudy Live, Mr. Pearly, Julien Believe, Kiprich, Tara Lynne, Sweet Shells, Imma Haitian 257.
DJs: – DJ Chosen, DJ Spice, DJ Dorenzo, Survivor International, DJ Stichiz, DJ The Party General
HOSTS: – Hosted by MC Wassy, Papa Keith (103.5 The Beat), DLife (WBLS/Sirius Radio/FRPTV and Streaming host).
“Special Appearance”– Flo Rida
Miami Carnival Park and Ride
Attendees now have the opportunity to “kick-start their Miami Carnival experience” when taking advantage of the “Park and Ride” offer. Park & Ride features include:
Free Parking with purchase of an online event ticket
Air Conditioned Shuttle to the event
Onboard entertainment to the event
Authentic Caribbean experience
Park and Ride locations:
Lauderhill Performing Arts Center – 3800 Northwest 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311
Shuttle Services from 9 am – 12 am
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Tropical Park-7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
Shuttle Services from 9 am – 12 am
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Golden Glades – 17080 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33169
Shuttle Services from 9 am – 12 am
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