Carnival North

08/27/2024

HUSBAND & WIFE, A FAMILY AFFAIR!

We want to extend a massive thank you to Bedward Jerk House for their incredible involvement in Carnival North on August 17th. Your food didn’t just fill our bellies—it brought the taste of Jamaica right here to Collingwood. 🌴

See you at next year’s event--CHANGES & NEW THINGS, ya not ready, but ya gonna be!!! 🎉

**TBA - SATURDAY AUGUST __ 2025**

08/23/2024

We're raising a glass to our co-founder for her dedication and hard work, especially with a full schedule, family, and newborn.

You're a Rockstar Hill. Thank you for all you do!❤️🇹🇹

08/22/2024

08/22/2024

Sincere thanks to the organization, and to each of you who attended, and stayed through the rain! 🙏🏾💁‍♀️😎☔️

08/19/2024

Camera OnCollingwood

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass… It’s about learning to dance in the rain.” (Vivian Greene) ... and dance they did! Not even the rain on Saturday could dampen the spirits or kill the vibe at the annual Carnival North at the The Collingwood Brewery. Party goers of all ages enjoyed a day filled with the colourful sights, sounds and tastes of the Caribbean. Click the link to check out this beautiful gallery captured by Dave West.

Gabriele Photography John Gabriele

https://mycollingwood.ca/galleries/carnival-north-celebrates-caribbean-culture-in-collingwood.html

08/17/2024

Saturday bebe!!

Ya ready with ya rain boots??

If you're a late comer, get your tickets online | ➡️
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

08/16/2024

🌧️ Fete in the Rain? We Ready!

Carnival North is just one day away, and guess what? Rain or shine, we bringing di vibes! 🌴

Here’s the plan, fam:

No High Heels: Trust us, leave the stilettos at home. Ain’t nobody want to be sinking in the mud when di soca beat drop! 🥁

Old Sneakers: Pull out those trusty old kicks—you’ll need them to jump up and dance the night away! 👟

Light Clothing: Keep it cool and comfy. A lil’ rain never hurt nobody, and yuh might just cool off from all that dancing! 🌞 *although, sugar melts in the rain...*😁

Waterproof Mascara: Yuh know we always looking good, even in the rain. Keep yuh glam on point with some waterproof mascara. 💁🏽‍♀️

It’s a Fete, Not a Runway: But let’s be real, we West Indians always DRESS up, rain or shine! 😎✨

So grab yuh umbrella, yuh friends, and get ready to fete, come rain or shine! Because when we say rain can’t stop di vibes, we mean it! See you tomorrow at Carnival North—it’s going to be fun!🎉

08/13/2024

Just so you know....Trinidad & Tobago is now CERTIFIED as the OFFICIAL OWNER of ALL STEELPAN.

We are overjoyed to welcome to Collingwood on August 17, 2024, as they share the musical beauty of steelpan.

Ya not ready CWood, but get ready! But as you get ready, get familiar 🇹🇹

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🗓 Aug.17
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🎟 tickets are on sale via https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787?aff=oddtdtcreator

📣 Proudly sponsored by the Ontario Nurses' Association

08/12/2024

I'm not sure what your plans are for lunch between today and the 16th of August, but I think it should include dropping in at the Pita Pit and giving yourself an opportunity to WIN!!

Thank you to a wonderful sponsor, Pita Pit, Collingwood

🗓 Aug.17
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🎟 tickets are on sale via https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/07/2024

Umm, hello...'scuse me, but the countdown is ON!

10 days to go!

How to know if you're ready for this:

1. Ya have ya ticket(s)

2. You've been listening to soca and reggae

3. You've followed our DJs or the very least visited their accounts and listened to their sounds

4. You're excited to see beautiful costumes and masqueraders of

5. Your taste buds are ready for flavour food from and others

6. You've been practicing whinin' infront the mirror

7. Ya have ya ticket(s)

Check the link for your ticket | https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

08/05/2024

Collingwood, your time is quickly approaching!

Our girl was on the ground in the thick of it at Caribana this weekend!

The vibes are heading our way on August 17, and we are anticipating a summer banga!!

Ya ready!?

Get your tickets today | 🎟 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

08/04/2024

ST. LUCIA, the island erupted in rightful jubilation! We see you, and huge congratulations to .alfred on her dynamic W I N!!🏅🏅🏅

08/02/2024

If it's one thing a West Indian is going to do, it is secure their fete tickets and costumes early.
..but clearly you're not a West Indian, so once again, ya waiting till the last minute! 🙄

OK, cool... but doh get vex when ya can't get in, and ya have to stand in deh parking lot, or worse yet, stand on Sanford Fleming trying to catch deh vibe!😁

🎟...just click the link for tickets. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

Get ready for a wild mix of soca music and Caribbean vibes at Carnival North, it's gonna be lit!

08/01/2024

Just incase you forgot...August 17, Collingwood gets a West Indian injection!!

There are a few tickets left...get yours today!carnivalnorth.ca

Take what you need 👉🏾👉👉🏼https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

Here is your guide to the month of August in South Georgian Bay! 🤸‍♀️☀️

There's something for everyone - whether you're an animal lover, craft beer crawler, live music fanatic, foodie, or an enthusiast of all things on the Bay - we've got you covered! 🐾🍺🎸⚓

Which events will you find yourself at this month?! Don't let Summer 2024 pass you by without making memories with your loved ones & experiencing all of the wonderful things that SGB has to offer 💙

For more info on upcoming events, click here: https://buff.ly/2Tj4NlJ

08/01/2024

Happy Emancipation Day to all Trinbagonians!🇹🇹

📍 Maracas Bay

07/30/2024

Welcome to all new visitors and followers!! We sincerely hope to see you all August 17 at The Collingwood Brewery for a slice of West Indian revelry!!

Remember to get your tickets via www.carnivalnorth.ca

07/30/2024

Ok peeps, here's another opportunity for you to become familiar with soca tunes!

We suggest cranking up the tunes as you "clean"! LOL

Some of the tunes you'll be hearing August 17 at The Collingwood Brewery for the annual Caribbean Summer Event in Collingwood!!

The first 3 people to tag us in an IG story of them cleaning and listening to this mix, wins 2 tickets to the event! You MUST be cleaning and dancing!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/17/2024

Collingwood may have chosen us, but we've also chosen to embrace this community and bring the celebration closer to home.

We are coming together to show love, respect, and unity because the beauty of the West Indian culture knows no bounds.



Tickets for the event | https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787

07/09/2024

May 2024, we put the call out looking for West Indian food vendors.

answered.

When you arrive at our Caribbean Lime Aug.17, ya gonna eat ya belly full!!

Tickets are available via the site or if you are local, Kicha Holden Camera OnCollingwood have physical tickets and or John Gabriele at Gabriele Photography Collingwood at 133 Hurontario St. Collingwood.

See ya soon!!

07/05/2024

Some of ya'll just love ah hard copy...now, let's get your Carnival Contract signed!

To secure your physical ticket:
📆 Saturday July 6th
⏲10AM to 2PM
📍 | 133 Hurontario St. Collingwood, ON

🎫Purchase https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-879502544787🎤

07/02/2024

From the Carnival North family, our hearts and prayers go out to all of our Caribbean brothers and sisters who have been affected by Hurricane Beryl.

Excerpt taken frm T&T National anthem, "side by side we stand islands of the blue Caribbean Sea."

Together, we will overcome.

Stay safe and strong.



*Image created by AI*

06/14/2024

We are proud to introduce you to your wicked DJ line up:

1. - reppin' 🇧🇧
2. - reppin' 🇯🇲
3. - reppin' 🇹🇹
4. MC Sogrates

So while they wukkin' hard, effortlessly...

YOU will be playin' harder, with waistline actions!

Stay up to date with us for a special something...🤭
We limin' 🗓 Aug.17
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🎟 tickets are on sale via the link in the bio

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06/09/2024

🇯🇲 Touch down on the island of Jamaica, home of Reggae Music, Jerk Chicken, Beef Patties, Appleton Rum, Blue Mountains Coffee, Bob Marley, and much more!

Did you know any of these facts about JA?

We only touched on a few. Let us know some of your own facts about Jamaica.
Our next destination will be ! Any care to share island facts about Barbados, send us a DM or leave it all in the chat!

Credit to Bob Marley slide: udiscovermusic.com
Credit to James Bond slide: en.wikipedia.org

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06/05/2024

We are so excited to welcome....TBA shortly!

If ya know....SHHHH!!!🤭
🗓 Aug.17
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🎟 tickets are on sale via the link in the bio

06/04/2024

Raise your glass and ignite your Carnival Spirit because our special brew lager has entered the chat!

Check out the local and take us with you 🍺🍻



Special thanks to our amazing sponsor 💥

John Gabriele

05/25/2024

Let's expand your musical database, so at our Summer Lime, yuh waistline will respond accordingly.🎛

Ya see dis artist, he consistently creates excellent music, and this riddim so sweet that you can't help BUT groove.

Take a listen to the lyrics, and add to your growing soca list.

The artist is the talented 🇹🇹
🗓 Aug.17
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🎟 tickets are on sale via the link in the bio



Should we share our playlist with you?

05/11/2024

Welcome to a new series. Where we will be highlighting specific Caribbean destinations and sharing interesting facts. 💥

Here are some facts about the islands of T&T that we thought you should know:

In 2014 the Trinidadian accent was named one of the sexiest in the world. 👄

Our next destinations will be Jamaica and then Barbados!

And if you are from either of these islands and others we would welcome your input by sending us a DM or even commenting right here under this post.

🇹🇹 🇯🇲 🇧🇧

Credits:
Soca Music slide - grammy.com
Food slide - chefspencil.com

08/17/2023

Collingwood partied and danced the day away as the colourful, joyful and high energy Carnival North returned to The Collingwood Brewery on Saturday.

08/11/2023

✨ 2 DAYS ✨ till the fete of the summer!!

Are you getting as excited as we are?! See you there 🥰

DAY EVENT
🎉 DJ Sets
🎉 Local Vendors
🎉 Food/Drinks
🎉 Kids Zone

NIGHT EVENT CARIBBEAN FETE
🎉 Performance by Toronto Revellers Cultural Association
🎉 Headliner DJ Sets from Toronto Revellers Association Dj's
🎉 Band Dancers in 2023 Toronto Carnival Costumes

🎟️ Buy your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/carnival-north-tickets-627740216887

08/10/2023

We would like to extend a big thank you to Cathy Lane and Board The Boat B&B for being our official hotel partner and hosting the Toronto Revellers all weekend!!

Cathy has turned this space into a fantastic multi-room Airbnb that is perfect for a magical weekend away 💖