Four unforgettable days of culture, music, dance, food & carnival, celebrating the African & Caribbean diaspora in the heart of Windsor.
Founded in 2021, WIDAFEST is Windsor's celebration of African & Caribbean heritage, an inclusive, diverse and equitable gathering of music, art, food and dance. In 2026 we join forces with the Toronto Caribbean Carnival to bring J'ouvert energy, mas bands and street-carnival spirit to Lanspeary Park.
The borderless heartbeat of the diaspora, master drummers from across Africa & the Caribbean.
Mas bands, feathers & the colour of a full Caribbean parade rolling through Windsor.
Afrobeat, soca, gospel, jazz & afro hip-hop across the main stage all weekend.
The all-white Toronto Carnival soirée, bring your finest whites for a night to remember.
A taste of home, dozens of African & Caribbean kitchens, every region represented.
Connect with diaspora entrepreneurs, creators & community leaders building the future.
Vendor markets, the cultural parade on the streets, J'ouvert energy, family activities and headline performances, full schedule & lineup dropping soon.
Whether you sell, perform, march or lend a hand, there's a place for you in the celebration.
Bring your mas band, flags and rhythm to the cultural parade and carnival route.
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