The West Island of Montreal will come alive with music, Caribbean food and cultural celebrations over Labour Day weekend as Island Fête returns for its fourth annual edition.
The two-day event will bring together artists, musicians, DJs, food vendors, local artisans and BIPOC-owned businesses at the parking lot of Macallans Pub.
“Expect the usual beautiful costumes, reggea and some socca some delicious food, and beautiful weather we’re gonna have the sunshine,” said Akilah Newton, Executive director, of Overture with the Arts.
This year, Island Fête is joining forces with the Lindsay Place Alumni Foundation’s Concerts for Compassion Jamboree, with events taking place Sept. 5, and Sept. 6.
“People should come to island fete because we need to close off the summer and unite the community and have a great close off,” said Newton.
The Concerts for Compassion Jamboree will kick off the weekend Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. The event will feature live music, entertainment, food and community activities. Tickets are required.
Island Fête will follow Sunday from 1 to 9 p.m., with free admission. Organizers say the festival will highlight Caribbean culture through food, music, arts and local businesses.
The festival will feature Caribbean food vendors, live performances by Montreal artists and DJs, as well as a marketplace showcasing BIPOC-owned businesses, local artisans and entrepreneurs.
Family activities will also be offered, including bouncy castles from noon to 6 p.m. and face painting from noon to 5 p.m.
“Every year we really just want to promote the local talent that we have promote the local vendors and just bring the community together,” said Newton.
Organizers say the weekend is intended to bring the community together while celebrating Caribbean culture, local talent and entrepreneurship.
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