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Afro-Carib Fest returns to Thomson Memorial Park this weekendÂ
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August 20, 2025
The 14th Annual Afro-Carib Fest is back and bigger than ever, bringing live music, food, dance, and cultural pride to Scarborough. This free, two-day festival will be held at Thomson Memorial Park this weekend. Madeline Nwokeji, Program Director at the Heritage Skills Development Centre, and talented drummer Brian Moyo from Izimba Arts join Candace Daniel to share more about the event.Â
Afro-Carib Fest returns to Thomson Memorial Park this weekendÂ
Description
August 20, 2025
The 14th Annual Afro-Carib Fest is back and bigger than ever, bringing live music, food, dance, and cultural pride to Scarborough. This free, two-day festival will be held at Thomson Memorial Park this weekend. Madeline Nwokeji, Program Director at the Heritage Skills Development Centre, and talented drummer Brian Moyo from Izimba Arts join Candace Daniel to share more about the event.Â
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