Dominica Dive Fest
In its seventh year, Dive Fest is a week-long event geared primarily to introducing Dominicans to the world of diving and is organised by the Dominica Watersports Association (DWA). All funds generated from the event are used to ensure that the island has world-class watersports facilities. Dive Fest begins with a dinner and booze cruise and provided you don't have a hangover in the days to follow you can enjoy scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, swimming and an underwater treasure hunt. There will also be non-aquatic events such as a fashion show and a beach barbecue. The festival ends with an award and thanksgiving service and a huge beach party on Soufriere beach.
St Maarten Caribbean World Beauty and Barber Trade Show
August 23-30
This second annual week-long fashion and beauty event focuses on strengthening both artist and industry development, while reinforcing the ties between North American and Caribbean markets. Industry professionals will have opportunities to sharpen trade skills, showcase and build their portfolios by networking with the world’s top industry experts. The show will include a variety of exciting events: fashion shows, hands-on workshops, business development seminars, shopping events, hair styling and makeup artistry competitions and award ceremonies. The event will also include two youth days dedicated to mentoring young men and women interested in pursuing careers in related industries. Young people will participate in career showcases and receive advice and motivation from famous faces in fashion, entertainment and beauty. cwbbt.com
Toronto, Ontario Caribbean Fashion Canada Inc
July 25
Caribbean Fashion Canada Inc (CFC) is an internationally-focused company that has partnered with several Caribbean countries, as well as Canadian-Caribbean fashion businesses, to act as a bridge to important world markets. CFC travels across the Caribbean to select emerging designers who have the talent and drive to make a big splash on the world stage. The proceeds benefit sickKids Foundation in Toronto and Watoto Leadership Development Projects for orphans and abandoned children in Uganda. caribbeanfashioncanada.com
Grenada
July/August
Throughout Grenada, preparations are currently steaming along for Spice Mas 08. Calypsonians, wire benders, steel band players and other participants prepare for this annual cultural festival. The normal build-up to this colourful event starts with Road Shows featuring calypsonians travelling from village to village. August 11 and 12 features Senior Pageant, Parade of the Bands, J’ouvert, Tuesday Night Mas and Last Lap Jump Up.
CuraÁao Salsa Tour 2008
August 3 - 10
Every year this event produces a salsa show with a difference and this year aims to exceed expectations. Dancers featured in previous years include: Eddie Torres, Stacey Lopez, Ismael Otero and the Cobo Brothers, The Salsa Dance Squad crew, Venezuela Latin Dance feature. The website provides updates.
St Croix Kids Handline Tournament
August 17
Organised by the Golden Hook Fishing Club, children between three and 11 years old can have fun fishing over the sea wall in front of Christiansted. fishstx.com
London, England Jerk Cookout 2008
August 17
This free family fun day from 12-6pm includes children’s activities, live world music, a jerk cookout competition, a vintage car display, free access to the Horniman Museum and Gardens and a wonderful array of jerk foods to sample. The winner of the competition will be flown to Jamaica to participate in the world famous Boston Jerk Festival in 2009.
July 11-20