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The opening and national parade of MassDominic 2025 took place this past Saturday, showcasing the vibrant culture of Dominica despite some unforeseen weather challenges. Ayodele Andrew, the Events Manager at the Discover Dominica Authority, declared the event a resounding success, highlighting key aspects that resonated with both participants and attendees.<\/p>\n

The parade kicked off in Pottersville, making its way through the streets of Roseau before culminating at the Dame Eugenia Charles Boulevard, where various participating groups gave short performances.<\/p>\n

\u201cEverything didn’t go according to plan but the best parts did. I think that was what we really wanted to do was execute having the tribute to Frankie Bellot, and we were able to execute that,\u201d Andrew said in an interview with state-owned DBS Radio, emphasizing the importance of honoring local cultural icons.<\/p>\n

One of the standout moments of the event was the participation of traditional groups, particularly the younger generation.<\/p>\n

Andrew noted, \u201cThe greatest part of it was seeing the children who are coming up, like the Grand Bay Primary School and the Afrikulture Stilt Walkers. Even in some of the adult groups, there were some children in the darkies and the black devils.\u201d<\/p>\n

This infusion of youth into the parade offered a hopeful glimpse into the future of Dominica\u2019s cultural heritage.<\/p>\n

Despite rain disrupting the schedule, Andrew remained optimistic. \u201cWe had some hold-up with the weather, that’s something we have no control over,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n

The rain caused delays, resulting in some groups arriving late to the parade. \u201cWe did start off and move on, and we had a few pauses because of the rain.\u201d<\/p>\n

Andrew praised the collaborative efforts that made the event possible, particularly the support from the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force and the DDA team.<\/p>\n

\u201cWithout them, this would not have been able to work,\u201d she remarked, acknowledging the essential roles played by various partners in executing the event.<\/p>\n

Tourists who came aboard a cruise ship docked at the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth gave a positive reaction to the event.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey say it’s unlike anything that they have ever seen,\u201d Andrew shared, highlighting the importance of showcasing Dominica\u2019s Carnival as a unique tourism product. She reiterated that the goal was to share the island’s rich cultural heritage with the world.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Andrew expressed optimism for future events, noting, \u201cThere are lessons learned, and we’ll be looking out for this growing bigger and greater.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The opening and national parade of MassDominic 2025 took place this past Saturday, showcasing the vibrant culture of Dominica despite some unforeseen weather challenges. 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