NYC Carnival season is right around the corner. The official carnival schedule can be found via West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA), however, there are so many events happening in the city centered around Caribbean culture, you must choose your events wisely! We've outlined a few good fetes and events you can check out for the weekend with maximum fun and … [Read more...] about NYC Carnival: The Ultimate Guide to Labor Day Weekend Fetes & Events
West Indian Day Parade
BET 106 & Park Caribbean Special
Photos: Bennett Ranglin/BET/Getty Images for BET (view all photos here) In case you missed it, last friday BET's 105 & Park had a Caribbean Celebration in honor of New York's Carnival Weekend, better known as the West Indian Day Parade. Although the parade was on Labor Day Monday, the festivities kicked off the week prior, leading up to the parade. The special included … [Read more...] about BET 106 & Park Caribbean Special
New York Carnival Weekend Survival Kit
(Image: From NY Daily News) For New York Carnival weekend being cute is an option, but having fun is mandatory. We Caribbeans love to look and feel our best, but aside nails done, hair done, everything did; you’ll need a few additional essentials to survive the West Indian American Carnival. 1.) Sneakers: No matter how cute you think you are in those heels, ladies please be … [Read more...] about New York Carnival Weekend Survival Kit