"Caribbean & Latin American Street 2026 Yoyogi," an outdoor event showcasing Caribbean and Latin American food, music, dance, and art, will be held on October 17th and 18th at the zelkova tree-lined avenue in Yoyogi Park.

This event aims to promote cultural exchange through the food, music, dance, and art of the Caribbean and Latin America regions, which have been nurtured under the influence of diverse cultures from Europe, Africa, and other parts of the world. It was first held in August 2013 at Yoyogi Park, and since 2022 it has been held at venues such as Kinshi Park and Sumida Park. For its 10th edition, it will return to Yoyogi Park after an 11-year absence.

The venue is expected to feature around 20 food trucks and about 10 shops selling miscellaneous goods. They will offer dishes from various parts of the Caribbean and Latin America, such as Jamaican jerk chicken cooked in oil drums and Cuban sandwiches, prepared by people from those regions.

Approximately 15 acts, mainly reggae, will perform on stage.

The stage will feature performances by approximately 15 acts, primarily reggae music, as well as dance acts. Scheduled performers include Monique, iMarcus, DJ Heat & Dremazin, Tony Guppy, DJ Angel, and DJ Pirates of the Caribbean.

The event features vendors and performers with roots or connections to various countries and regions, including Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Martinique, Mexico, and Peru. Through food and music, the event aims to convey the culture and local atmosphere of the Caribbean and Latin America.

Open from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM both days. Admission is free.

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