WIDA

FEST

2026

Four unforgettable days of culture, music, dance, food & carnival, celebrating the African & Caribbean diaspora in the heart of Windsor.

● Aug 20–23, 2026

● Lanspeary Park, Windsor ON

● Free entry · all ages

The celebration begins in

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WHO WE ARE

More than a festival. A movement.

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.

DAYS OF CELEBRATION

CULTURAL PARADE GROUPS

5,235

IN OUR COMMUNITY

THE EXPERIENCE

Everything happening on the grounds

Drum
Festival

The borderless heartbeat of the diaspora, master drummers from across Africa & the Caribbean.

Street
Carnival

Mas bands, feathers & the colour of a full Caribbean parade rolling through Windsor.

Live
Music

Afrobeat, soca, gospel, jazz & afro hip-hop across the main stage all weekend.

Fête
en Blanc

The all-white Toronto Carnival soirée, bring your finest whites for a night to remember.

Food
Vendors

A taste of home, dozens of African & Caribbean kitchens, every region represented.

Business
Symposium

Connect with diaspora entrepreneurs, creators & community leaders building the future.

Four days. One unforgettable weekend.

Vendor markets, the cultural parade on the streets, J’ouvert energy, family activities and headline performances, full schedule & lineup dropping soon.

GET INVOLVED

Be part of WIDAFEST

Whether you sell, perform, march or lend a hand, there’s a place for you in the celebration.

Vendors

Showcase your products, food or services to thousands across the festival market.

Parade Band

Bring your mas band, flags and rhythm to the cultural parade and carnival route.

Performers

Take the main stage. Musicians, dancers and spoken-word artists welcome.

Volunteer

Join our crew, gain experience and help make the weekend unforgettable.

Partner

Put your brand at the heart of the celebration and reach our community.

BECOME A PARTNER →

Plan your trip

Where to stay

Coming in from out of town? Windsor and Detroit sit right across the river from each other, with great hotels on both sides. We have rounded up the best places to stay for festival weekend.

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