The 7th Annual International Caribbean Festival 'CaribFest' at Town Point Park in Norfolk on Aug 11, 2012 11:00 AM

General Admission -$10, Children 6-12 years - $5

Norfolk comes alive with the only Caribbean Summer Festival 'CaribFest' ! This year's theme is ''Uniting and Educating People Together in Culture.' at Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk. Come celebrate and experience a dazzling fusion of colors, creativity, music, masquerades and incredible art that resonates with the infectious tropical rhythmic sounds of REGGAE, the exciting beat of CALYPSO, SALSA, SOCA, ZOUK and other Caribbean music. This is a day of tropical rhythm, cuisine, carnival and culture as only the Caribbean can offer! CaribFest is no ordinary festival! It is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture. One of its main highlights is the STEELPAN music and the many practitioners of this remarkable art form. Enjoy the colorful Parade portion of the Festival including stilt dancers, elaborate costumes and folklore characters. Live authentic Caribbean performances will take place on stage throughout the Festival. Visitors will get an opportunity to celebrate, learn, and savor Caribbean hospitality, culture, heritage and mouthwatering Caribbean food and much more. .truly something for everyone!