Events

Mas Domnik
(Feb/Mar) Carnival is an important part of our culture...
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Calypso
(Dec-Mar) Dominica's Calypso- social commentary with a twist! Read more

Independence Celebrations
(Oct/Nov) Creole Culture, Heritage, and Independence...
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World Creole Music Festival (Oct/Nov) Three days of Creole Music - concerts and events. Read more

Carib Canoe Crossing Project

(May) Trainingg for this historical re-enactment all year long, the Welcome Ceremony in Dominica is May 3rd, 2008. Read more

Culture
Creole Language
Our basic introduction the the Kweyol language...
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Traditional Wear
Learn about our beautiful traditional dress... read more

Traditional Dancing
Learn the traditional folk dances of Dominica: the Bélé, Quadrille and more... read more

Heritage From A to Z
Dr. Lennox Honychurch explains many terms and historical facts about Dominica's heritage... read more

The Arts
Books
Books about Dominica, books by Dominican authors...
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Music
Dominica's Calypso... read more

Dominica's Cultural Icons
Authors, poets and artists who helped shape the arts in Dominica... read more

Forthcoming Events

Hike #2 - Hike Fest 2008
14-May-08
Hike #2 - "Morne Diablotin"
Difficulty: High
Duration: 6-8 hours

For details visit the DHTA's website
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Hike #3 - Hike Fest 2008
17-May-08
Hike #3 - "Perdue Temps trail & Victoria Falls Wonder Hike"
Difficulty: High
Duration: 6-8 hours

For details visit the DHTA's website
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National Song Contest
31-May-08
DOMFESTA & Culture Division Present the "National Song Contest" A Reunion 2008 Event EC $5,000 Prize for Winning Song!

Dive Fest 2008
01-Jul-08
Annual diving festival. Discover diving and snorkelling! Dive Fest 2008: July 11th to 20th.
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August Monday
04-Aug-08
Public Holiday

Creole Day
31-Oct-08
The day to wear, speak and celebrate Creole culture.

World Creole Music Festival
31-Oct-08
Three-Day Creole & Caribbean Music Festival. The 12th Annual World Creole Music Festival is in Dominica from October 31st to November 2nd, 2008.
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National Day of Independence Parade
03-Nov-08
One of the highlights of the Independence celebrations,. The national Day Parade will be held in the new Windsor Park Sports Stadium, 4 pm.
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National Day of Community Service
04-Nov-08
Public Holiday - Community Service Day, Islandwide

Christmas Day
25-Dec-08
Christmas Day Public Holiday

Boxing Day
26-Dec-08
Boxing Day Public Holiday

Annual Events

Here is a Quick Reference to Dominica's major events by month.

February/March: Carnival. Details...

May/June: Domfesta and The Giraudel-Eggleston Flower Show.. Domfesta Details...

June/July: Dive Fest. The Kubuli Carib Canoe Race is a highlight of this event. Details...

October: World Creole Music Festival. Details...

November: Independence Celebrations. . Details...

December: Christmas Celebrations.

Throughout the year many communities have village feasts. Examples are the Feast of St. Peter (held in West coast fishing villages like Dublanc), La Salette in Pointe Michel, or Fete Isidore in Grand Bay. Usually held over a weekend, the feast may start with a church service, followed by events throughout the day, and culminates in a dance in the village hall or school.