AFRICAN CARIBBEAN DIASPORA 

This year, Howard Street came alive. The 3rd Annual African Caribbean Diaspora: Howard Street Carnaval was our biggest celebration yet. Thousands of you filled the street with color, music, movement and pride. Drums echoed traditions carried across oceans and generations. Masqueraders, dancers, vendors, artists and families stood side by side. Together, you showed what happens when a community celebrates who it is and where it comes from.

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To every performer, volunteer, sponsor, vendor and guest: thank you. You made 2026 a success, and you proved that this Carnaval is more than an event. It belongs to all of us.

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Our purpose remains the same as on our first day. We exist to honor the heritage, culture and resilience of the African and Caribbean diaspora. We create a space where our stories are told in our own voices, where young people see their roots celebrated, and where neighbors of every background are welcomed in. Carnaval has always meant freedom, joy and unity, and we carry that spirit forward with every step.

 

Now we’re building something even greater. On Saturday, May 15th, 2027, the 4th Annual Howard Street Carnaval returns with more music, more culture, more community and more reasons to celebrate. We’re already working to grow every part of the experience, and we’re more committed than ever to making it worthy of the people it honors.

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The road to 2027 starts now. Mark your calendar, spread the word and get ready to take to the streets with us once again.

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See you on Howard Street.