Over a million tourists descend on Toronto they come from far and wide eager to see what
Toronto has to offer. Formerly known as Caribana, the Toronto Caribbean Carnival is
possibly the biggest festival of North America. Caribana was introduced to the Toronto area by Trinidadian immigrants since then the culture of Trinidad – soca and calypso music and Trinidad’s style of carnival have remained part of Caribana’s tradition. Caribana has become a popular must-experience event all around the world.
There a slew of events that occur during Toronto’s carnival season. The Junior Carnival Parade is a popular event after all it’s not only the adults who want to get in on the revelry and put on those brilliant costumes. The King and Queen Showcase is a carnival tradition and Caribana keeps this event alive. Your eyes will be accosted as viewers take in this display of extravagance and craftsmanship. This is the moment where the biggest, detailed, and creative costumes are displayed, performed and judged. And after months of preparation the Grand Parade feature the costumes, small and big, on the road. Instead of wondering what Caribana is all about your better off experiencing it for yourself.
