New York Caribbean Carnival 2025—hosted by the West Indian American Day Carnival Association—brings the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean to Brooklyn from August 28 to September 1, culminating in the iconic Labor Day Parade along Eastern Parkway, drawing over 1.5 million participants . The week-long celebration features dazzling masquerade bands, the thrilling J'Ouvert morning, a prestigious Panorama steel-band competition, and the grand parade showcasing colorful costumes, pulsating soca, calypso, reggae, and more. As North America’s largest Caribbean cultural festival, it offers music, food, dance, and unity—bringing Caribbean culture to the heart of New York City.