Culturama
Culturama is an annual festival on the Caribbean island of Nevis .
The festival was based on “Carnival” events on other Caribbean islands. It takes place annually in late July / early August. The festival emphasizes cultural traditions through music events, food festivals and a parade through Charlestown .
history
The festival has existed since 1974. The idea came about in February 1974 during a meeting of the Nevis Dramatic and Cultural Society (NEDACS).
Individual evidence
- ^ Nevis' Summer Festival officially opens. SKNVibes.com News. July 31, 2006.