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

Dive Fest 2009 Begins!
11-Jul-09
Dive Fest runs from July 10th t 19th. See the schedule for details.
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Irie Eco International Children Summer Program
13-Jul-09
Irie Eco 3rd International Children Summer Program. 13 July to 14 August 2009. Age: 5 to 12 years old. At the Alliance Francaise. irie ecos goal is to encourage children to develop a deep love of our environment, while experiencing the Nature Isle. Our adventures include games, sports, hikes, bird and whale watching, camping, music, crafts, nature arts and the study of the plants and wildlife of the Caribbean. contact irie-eco@hotmail.com or call Cécile (1-767)4481698 or (1-767)2779823 or Tina: (1-767)2954875

One-Day International (ODI) Cricket Match: West Indeis v. Bangledesh
26-Jul-09
Two One-Day International (ODI) Cricket Matches will be held right here in Dominica at the New Windsor Park Stadium, Roseau. July 26th & 28th, 2009.

Cochrane Rabbit Festival
02-Aug-09
Visit the beautiful village of Cochrane for their Annual rabbit Festival.

Emancipation Day (August Monday)
03-Aug-09
Public Holiday

National Day of Independence - National Day Parade
03-Nov-09
Public Holiday
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National Day of Community Service
04-Nov-09
Public Holiday
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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.