The country’s Diamond Jubilee, the 60th anniversary of our Independence, is fast approaching and over the next few days, there will be a lot of activities around the country to mark the occasion.
From the lighting up of public spaces to concerts, both islands will be abuzz in celebration.
Of course, there are parades to look forward to on both islands on Independence morning but if you are wondering what else is there for you to enjoy, take a look at our list below.
Independence Activities
PM’s Gala Concert
Date: August 30
Venue: Napa
What: concert
Fatima Old Boys Association’s Uhuru
Date: August 30
Venue: Fatima GFrounds
What: Food inclusive cooler fete
Kuchoor: The biggest Chutney Festival
Date: August 30
Venue: Couva
What: Chutney concert
FesTTival by Zele Events
Date: August 30
Venue: Sound Forge
What: Party and sip rum from 9 pm to 3 am
Craft Hub TT – The National Craft Pop Up Market
Date: August 31
Venue: Adam Smith Square on de Avenue
What: Sixty of T&T’s most talented and creative artisans will be on display. Musical performances by Freetown Collective, Unity Tassa Group and Preedy.
Represent the Cooler Fete
Date: August 31
Venue: St Augustine
What: Party
Shell Invaders Breakfast Sale and launch of Sailor Mas
Date: August 31
Venue: Shell Invaders Panyard
What: As assortment of local breakfast items on sale and launch of Sailor Invasion costumes for the “Invaders J’ouvert 2022′
Throwback and Wine Fuh Yuhself
Date: August 31
Venue: Sound Forge
What: DJ Rawkus, Hans and Gonzo and Special Surprise guests. First 60 persons to buy online tickets get them for $60!
Newtown Playboys Independence Brunch and Street Festival
Date: August 31
Venue: Tragarete Road
What: entertainment, food on sale and drinks
Together 60 concert
Date: August 31
Venue: Queen’s Park Savannah
What: concert featuring the country’s top entertainers plus fireworks
Street Festival, Concert and Fireworks
Date: August 31
Venue: Scarborough, Tobago
In. De. Paint Dance
Date: August 31
Venue: Tyrico Bay
What: Paint party. Wear white
Freetown and 3 Canal present The Fire of Love
Date: September 2
Venue: Sound Forge
What: Concert
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