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Join us for

Caribbean Carnival at BSP!

A Day of Fun and Island Vibes

Saturday, February 22  |  5 – 9PM
on the Allen & Company Family Lawn

Get ready to party Caribbean style at
Bonnet Springs Park!

Caribbean Carnival BSP returns on Saturday, February 22, 2025! Join us for a free family-friendly evening of fun and island vibes. In addition to vibrant cultural showcases, a Black & Caribbean-owned pop-up market, an expanded food vendor lineup, and kids’ activities, this year’s event will be headlined by Jamaican Reggae band, Inner Circle!

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Headliner: Inner Circle

We are beyond excited to announce our headliner for Caribbean Carnival BSP: Inner Circle! The Jamaican-bred, Grammy-winning quintet is one of the world’s most respected reggae groups with a long string of successes stretching back to the mid-70′s. Inner Circle’s special brand of pop-oriented Jamaican beats and energy-filled live performances have allowed the band to transcend the traditional reggae niche and enjoy widespread crossover appeal.

Junkanoo

Experience the vibrant expression of Bahamian Culture with the Junkanoo Parade! The high-energy performance, with elaborate costumes and a powerful sound produced by traditional instruments, will parade through the Caribbean Carnival crowd and is sure to get the whole family dancing!

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Caribbean Crew Trio

Get ready to embrace the tropical sounds of The Caribbean Crew, a Steel Drum Band, who will perform a variety of steel drum music, reggae, calypso, soca and dancehall at Caribbean Carnival BSP!

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Tati Nuzi

Caribbean Carnival BSP is honored to feature Inez Barlatier, a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian) descent. As Tati Nuzi, she celebrates the art and culture of her homeland Ayiti (Haiti) through energetic drumming and singing, colorful costumes and traditional dances, folktales and visual art. Inez’s ancestral and resonant voice and enthusiastic band bring forth deeply rooted musical traditions with a youthful vibrancy that is ecstatic and infectious. Tati Nuzi will lead families on a journey to a land rich with history, while inviting participation in folkloric dances and drumming along with cultural learning that emphasizes community and gratitude.

DJ-Lady-Shay

Caribbean Carnival BSP will feature DJ Lady Shay! The Tampa-based DJ and MC brings a vibrant energy and a music selection skill that's deeply rooted in her Jamaican heritage. DJ Lady Shay understands the true art of mixing and is incredible to watch and hear. Her music repertoire spans from electronic to current pop, hip hop, old school, dancehall, calypso and soca music. She also brings a vibrant energy to the microphone as a professional MC!

SCHEDULE

Time
5 - 5:30PM, Emcee DJ Lady Shay
5:30 - 6:30PM Tati Nuzi
6:40 - 7:25PM Caribbean Crew Trio
7:25 - 7:45PM Junkanoo Parade Band
7:45 - 9PM Headliner: Inner Circle

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Family Activities at the Allen & Company Family Lawn

iPad Steel Pan Activity

DIY Junkanoo Mask

Macaw Finger Puppet

FAQs

Donate

Bonnet Springs Park is a privately developed public park that depends solely on public support. There are several ways that you can help make this dream for Lakeland's future generations become reality, and make it possible for friends and families to create endless memories at the park.

Volunteer

There are many ways you can help in the enabling of this magnificent regional park, from one-time to reoccurring volunteer opportunities. Bonnet Springs Park is looking for volunteers, sponsors, patrons, and professional services to help in the design and implementation. 

Donate

Bonnet Springs Park is a privately developed public park that depends solely on public support. There are several ways that you can help make this dream for Lakeland's future generations become reality, and make it possible for friends and families to create endless memories at the park.

Volunteer

There are many ways you can help in the enabling of this magnificent regional park, from one-time to reoccurring volunteer opportunities. Bonnet Springs Park is looking for volunteers, sponsors, patrons, and professional services to help in the design and implementation. 

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