{"id":344232,"date":"2025-07-03T09:12:46","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=344232"},"modified":"2025-07-03T09:14:06","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T13:14:06","slug":"silver-anniversary-of-world-creole-music-festival-launches-this-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/silver-anniversary-of-world-creole-music-festival-launches-this-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Silver anniversary of World Creole Music Festival launches this week"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Discover Dominica Authority, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, is set to officially inaugurate the 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival on Friday, July 4, 2025.<\/p>\n

Announced via a DDA press release, the launch event will be broadcast live at 5:00 PM via the Dominica Festivals Facebook page, along with various media outlets.<\/p>\n

This event invites the general public, media representatives, members of the diaspora, and music enthusiasts worldwide to tune into the livestream. Attendees will get their first look at this year\u2019s festival theme, signature experiences, and the eagerly awaited lineup of performers. The launch traditionally signals the beginning of the countdown to the festival scheduled for October 24\u201326 at Windsor Park Sports Stadium in Roseau.<\/p>\n

Discover Dominica Authority says that since its debut in 1997, the World Creole Music Festival has established itself as a premier cultural event in the Caribbean, drawing thousands of visitors each year during Dominica\u2019s Independence Season. The Authority is promising that the 2025 edition will be a vibrant lineup featuring local legends, regional stars, and international acts, all showcasing the diverse and lively spirit of Creole culture. Additional special highlights for this milestone anniversary will be revealed during the live launch, according to the press release.<\/p>\n

Festival tickets will be made available on www.dominicafestivals.com following the launch event.<\/p>\n

Organized by the Discover Dominica Authority under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, the World Creole Music Festival remains a flagship event, integral to Dominica\u2019s cultural identity and tourism promotion efforts.<\/p>\n

Marva Williams, CEO of the Discover Dominica Authority and Director of Tourism, expressed her excitement about the milestone, stating, \u201cThis silver anniversary is a moment of national pride. We are commemorating 25 years of Creole music and memories with a celebration that honors our roots and amplifies our cultural reach. We look forward to welcoming visitors and locals to experience the richness of Dominica\u2019s culture.\u201d<\/p>\n