Entertainment
Every Friday across the festival season — live shows that reflect and celebrate each movement's themes. that reflect and celebrate each movement's themes.
Live Show Schedule
Three movements, fifteen live shows. Each performance is deeply connected to the themes of its movement.
May 1 – May 8, 2026
Leadership & Freedom
"Music that describes, understands, inspires, critiques, supports and builds leadership and leaders as champions of freedom."
The May 1 Labour Day show celebrates with the labour unions.
May 15 – June 26, 2026
Afrikan & Caribbean Indigenous Knowledge
"Music that builds awareness of African and Caribbean ways of knowing and living."
June 12 celebrates Cuffie — Barbados' early freedom fighter.
July 3 – August 1, 2026
Afrikan Spirituality
"Music that builds awareness of African and Caribbean spirituality."
August 1 — Emancipation Day — closes the festival with a grand celebration.