CARIFESTA XV— the fifteenth edition of the Caribbean Festival of Arts—takes place from August 22 to 31, 2025, under the theme “Caribbean Roots…Global Excellence.” It’s a bold promise, and one Barbados is ready to deliver on with flair and unmistakable island soul.
Bridgetown, Barbados’ capital and cultural center, will transform into a living canvas for the festival with fashion exhibitions, literary readings, contemporary art installations, and stirring dance showcases. Visual artists, poets, musicians, and makers will descend on the island to celebrate the immense creative energy that unites the Caribbean—and that continues to captivate the world.
Anchoring the festival will be a dazzling new pavilion in National Heroes’ Square, designed through an international competition and realized with sustainable, locally sourced materials. The venue promises to be both a stage and a symbol — an architectural tribute to Caribbean culture, creativity, and climate resiliency.
For those eager to get involved beyond being in the audience, CARIFESTA XV offers volunteer opportunities that put you at the center of the celebration, whether behind the scenes or in community outreach. Ticketing is refreshingly accessible, with a mix of free public events and affordably-priced headline performances, ensuring everyone from school kids to seasoned arts patrons can be part of this regional moment.
CARIFESTA XV continues a legacy of Caribbean artistry, resilience, and innovation. One of shared stories, ancestral echoes, and collective joy. Come August, all eyes will be on Barbados — and all hearts, on the Caribbean.
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