The Taste of the Caribbean festival is returning to War Memorial Park in Basingstoke, Hampshire, on May 30, 2026. This one-day cultural celebration will run from 10:00 to 20:00 and features a variety of authentic food, live music, and family activities.
The event includes a live music stage with performances from tribute acts such as The Marley Experience and UB4D. Attendees can also enjoy music from a steel pan band, watch cookery demonstrations by celebrity chefs, and participate in circus skills workshops for children.
There will be more than 45 traders at the park selling items ranging from books and jewellery to clothing and toys. Organisers from Taste of the Caribbean UK stated that tickets for the event are limited and do not include the cost of food or beverages, which are sold separately.
The festival previously visited War Memorial Park on August 31, 2024, according to records from Castle Hill Primary School. Residents can reach the venue via a 13-minute walk from the Basingstoke train station or by using several local bus services.
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