Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2017 | Page 225
EVENTS in Dominica
usually held in October, November and December OCTOBER 22 Heritage Day Heritage Day is held in a different village every year. It is a celebration of the village’s uniqueness; the people and aspects that make that village what it is. It is a day of appreciation where awards are given to outstanding individuals in that community. For more information, email: [email protected] OCTOBER 23 - 26 Flow’s Creole in the Park Four days of cultural appreciation at the historic Botanical Gardens. OCTOBER 27 Creole Day This is by far the most colourful day on the island. The traditional outfit is worn on that day by everyone. The girls wear a “jupe,” the women wear a “robe dwiyet” and the men wear black pants, white shirt and a red sash around the waist. OCTOBER 27 World Creole Music Festival Three nights of pulsating rhythms celebrating Creole music. This is an annual event. NOVEMBER 3 Independence Celebrations On this day in 1978, Dominica gained its independence from Great Britain and became an independent republic within the Commonwealth. As well as celebrating Independence, this holiday is also used to celebrate the island’s unique Creole culture. Photo Credit