The vibes were turned up at the 38th Annual Atlanta Caribbean Carnival, held at Rodney Cook Sr. Park in Vine City, and the energy was unmatched. Hosted by Streetz 94.5’s very own John Marshall and Jigi Deniro, the event delivered an unforgettable celebration of Caribbean culture that stretched from early morning until sundown. This year’s carnival was more than just a parade. It was a cultural explosion full of rhythm, flavor, and community pride.
With Streetz 94.5 broadcasting live from 10 a.m., the park quickly filled with thousands of attendees waving flags high, proudly representing their islands. From Trinidad and Jamaica to Barbados, St. Lucia, and the Virgin Islands, the spirit of the Caribbean was alive and thriving in Atlanta’s historic Vine City neighborhood.
The weather couldn’t have been better, partly sunny with temps in the high 70s to low 80s, creating the perfect backdrop for vibrant parade costumes, nonstop dancing, and island beats echoing through the streets. The festival welcomed guests from all walks of life and all corners of the diaspora, with people of all ages soaking in the culture, color, and connection.
A Star-Studded Caribbean Lineup
The stage lineup was packed with international talent, giving the crowd hit after hit. Performers included Trinidad James, who brought the Atlanta-Caribbean link full circle, Motto, Trilla-G, Kiprich, Lady Lava, Olatunji, and Skinny Fabolous. These artists delivered high-energy performances that had the crowd jumping, dancing, and waving their flags long into the evening…