The Miami Broward Junior Carnival will return on Saturday, October 4, 2025, on the Lauderhill Performing Arts Middle. For the primary time in its historical past, admission can be free for the general public.
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The annual celebration of youth and Caribbean tradition runs from 1 p.m. to eight p.m. and marks the official begin of the Miami Carnival season. Kids and youths from throughout South Florida will parade in colourful costumes to the rhythms of soca and steelpan, showcasing the creativity and spirit of the subsequent era.
“This occasion is about the way forward for Carnival. Our youth are usually not solely the subsequent era of masqueraders, musicians, and cultural leaders, they’re the center of what we do,” stated Miami Broward Carnival chairwoman Joan Hinkson. “Within the face of latest monetary challenges, our Board made the daring choice to take away all obstacles to entry by making the occasion free.”
Junior Carnival has been a convention in South Florida for years, providing younger individuals the possibility to take part within the artistry and tradition of Carnival. For a lot of households, it’s greater than a parade—it’s a solution to cross down heritage and make sure that Caribbean traditions proceed to thrive within the diaspora. Many younger contributors later go on to hitch grownup bands or take management roles inside the Carnival neighborhood.
Seven junior masquerade bands are set to carry out this 12 months: Carnival Dreamerz, China Mas Youngsters, La Familia, Main Gamers, Occasion Room Squad, Wassi Babes, and Zing Zing Kidz. Every will deliver their very own themes and designs to life, utilizing feathers, sequins, flags, and inventive displays.
Along with the parade, households can take pleasure in meals distributors serving Caribbean flavors and different cultural actions all through the day. Organizers count on the occasion to attract tons of of attendees from throughout South Florida, reflecting the area’s vibrant Caribbean neighborhood.
The Junior Carnival is offered by TD Financial institution with assist from Go to Lauderdale, the Metropolis of Lauderhill, and different companions. Parking can be accessible for $10.
The occasion can be held on the Lauderhill Performing Arts Middle, positioned at 3800 NW eleventh Place, from 1 p.m. to eight p.m. Admission is free.
For extra info, go to miamicarnival.org.
