Tropicalfete, a New York City-based, internationally recognized Caribbean cultural non-profit organization, proudly announces the resounding success of its Carnival Festival in celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month. The festival, held in partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, took place on Sunday, June 30th, 2024, at 2 PM at the Brooklyn Public Library Plaza, located at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Eastern Parkway. This vibrant festival immersed attendees in the rich cultural traditions of the Caribbean, featuring the core elements of Carnival: Calypso/Soca, Steel Pan, a ..read more

Tropicalfete, Inc. is thrilled to announce its upcoming Paint N Sip event, a creatively engaging evening in collaboration with Analog Art NYC. Scheduled for July 10, 2024, from 7 PM to 10:30 PM, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience of art, fun, and community. Guided by the talented paint instructor Rasheeda Johnson, participants will embark on an artistic journey, exploring their creativity while enjoying a relaxing evening with friends and fellow art enthusiasts. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this event offers a unique opportunity to express yourse ..read more

Tropicalfete, a New York City-based, internationally recognized Caribbean cultural non-profit organization, proudly announces its Carnival Festival in celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month. The festival, held in partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, will take place on Sunday, June 30th, 2024, at 2 PM at the Brooklyn Public Library Plaza, located at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Eastern Parkway. This vibrant festival will immerse attendees in the rich cultural traditions of the Caribbean, featuring the core elements of Carnival: Calypso/Soca, Steel Pan, and Masquerade. Sh ..read more

Tropicalfete, Inc., a renowned cultural organization dedicated to promoting Caribbean arts and culture, is thrilled to announce the launch event for AD & The Band Musical Medicine. This highly anticipated musical soirée will take place on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at the Tropicalfete, Inc. Community Space located on 850 New York Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Anslem Douglas, the Trinidad-born, Canadian singer, songwriter, and entertainer, has been a prominent figure in the music industry for decades. With a career spanning over years, Douglas has penned numerous hits ..read more

As Giving Tuesday swiftly approaches, Tropicalfete, the esteemed Caribbean cultural organization, is extending an impassioned plea for instrument donations of all kinds. Whether new or old, your musical instruments, or even a gift card from a music store, can make a significant impact in support of the organization’s mission. Your generous contribution will not only support the arts but also serve as a tax-deductible gesture that resonates with the spirit of giving. Tropicalfete, renowned for its unwavering dedication to promoting Caribbean culture and music, has consistently made strides to f ..read more

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Soca, the Trinidad birthed soundtrack to Caribbean carnivals held throughout the world, Brooklyn Public Library and Brooklyn-based Caribbean cultural organization Tropicalfete Inc. present the Soca Conversation Series. The series will shine a spotlight on soca and provide a platform where the music’s practitioners can discuss their artistry, live, in front of an audience. The second installment of the Soca 50 Conversation series Hello: A Conversation with Kees Dieffenthaller (a.k.a. Kes) lead singer of ..read more

Brooklyn Public Library and Tropicalfete Inc. Present the Soca 50 Conversation Series   More Sokah, Inaugural August 30 Segment, Will Feature Rising Star Nailah Blackman, Granddaughter of Soca’s Creator Ras Shorty I   In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Soca, the Trinidad birthed soundtrack to Caribbean carnivals held throughout the world, Brooklyn Public Library and Brooklyn based Caribbean cultural organization Tropicalfete Inc. present the Soca Conversation Series. The series will shine a spotlight on soca and provide a platform where the m ..read more

Tropicalfete, Inc., a non-profit charitable corporation dedicated to promoting Caribbean culture and fostering community development, has exciting news to share. The organization has acquired a new location at 850 New York Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11203, strategically positioned at the corner of Linden Boulevard and New York Avenue. This new space is set to become a cornerstone of cultural enrichment and tourism in the area. Since its establishment in 1999 as an online publication and later as a cultural resource center in 2011, Tropicalfete, Inc. has been on a mission to educate and empowe ..read more

Tropicalfete, the renowned cultural organization, is thrilled to announce the much-awaited Pop-Up Caribbean Carnival, set to take place on Sunday, August 27, 2023, from 2:00 PM till, in the iconic Times Square, New York, NY. This vibrant and colorful event promises to bring the essence of Caribbean culture and festivities to the heart of the city, uniting people from all walks of life to celebrate in unison. The Pop Up Caribbean Carnival by Tropicalfete will provide an incredible opportunity for New Yorkers and tourists alike to immerse themselves in the richness of Caribbean heritage and trad ..read more

How low can you go? Start playing Tropicalfete’s Limbo game today – a growing Caribbean Limbo dance game created by the non-profit organization, Tropicalfete, Inc., that engages in preserving and educating people on Caribbean culture. As you overcome several challenges on the path to the best score, dance far away. Playing with and against friends and family to see who has the best skills is simple. One of Tropicalfete, Inc.’s many outstanding collections is the limbo game. But! Learn how to play our Caribbean-inspired limbo game in the interim! Come celebrate with us as we launch our limbo ga ..read more