Taste of the Caribbean and Jerk Festival 

Organization: Taste of the Caribbean Arts & Culture CT, Inc. 

Date(s): Saturday, August 5, 2023 

Rain Date(s): Sunday, August 6, 2023, 11am - 7 pm 

Time: 11 am - 9 pm 

Location:  

Description of the Event: 

Our audience can expect to see performances from various local talents on two different stages throughout the day, culminating with a performance from an internationally renowned Caribbean artist. Local talents will include dance troupes, a steel band, and performers from varying Caribbean countries and backgrounds.  

There will be many food vendors available so attendees can sample the various Caribbean foods available within our Greater Hartford community. There will be vendors with various Caribbean-based merchandise available for purchase. 

There will be a Children’s Village that provides activities and entertainment specifically geared toward our younger attendees. We also anticipate having a collaboration with the Connecticut Science Center where attendees will be able to visit the Science Center throughout the day.