The Toronto Caribbean Festival is just one of many big events in the city this weekend. DenetteWilford gets you prepped for the parties and everything else along the way
ut not with fireworks as the Civic Holiday is not a designated day for light shows .Article contentThe iconic carnival, which commemorates the emancipation of slaves in Canada in 1838, marks its epic 56th year in the city.
Expect a dazzling array of colours and sounds at the landmark event showcasing Caribbean culture, including the King and Queen Showcase , Pan Alive Panorama , the Grand Parade and Pan in de Park and the International Food Festival Note: The road closures are extensive and will be in place from Sunday at 2 a.m. to Monday at 8 a.m. on Lake Shore Blvd. W. between Colborne Lodge Dr. and Bathurst St.; Strachan Ave. from Fleet St. to Lake Shore Blvd W.; Jameson Ave. from Springhurst Ave. to Lake Shore Blvd. W.; Dunn Ave. at Springhurst Ave.; Dufferin St. at Springhurst Ave.; Fort York Blvd. between Fleet St. and Lake Shore Blvd. W.; along with the westbound Gardiner Expy. off-ramp to Dunn and Jameson Aves.
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