The Caribbean Festival of Creative Arts, popularly known as the Carifesta, is one of the most exquisite examples of the rich and diverse Caribbean culture. Each Carifesta has its own theme and logo. The Carifesta is held in the months of July, August, and September. The festival is a symbol of regional peace and cooperation in the Caribbean as it is hosted by a different country each time. If you get a chance to visit the Caribbean, then do not miss the Carifesta, as this festival will enable you to have a unique view of the Caribbean traditions.

The Carifesta features different aspects of the Caribbean culture, including songs, dance, dramas, music, folklore, etc. You can also enjoy performances from the top singers and dancers from the Caribbean and throughout the world. To date, ten Carifestas have been held in the different countries of the Caribbean. The first Carifesta was held in 1972 at Guyana, while the latest Carifesta was also held in Guyana in 2008. The Caribbean residents and tourists who attend this festival are entertained by various concerts, stage performances, cultural heritage shows, etc. 

The best thing about the Carifesta is that there are representatives from not only the Caribbean, but also from other parts of the world, including North America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. Thus, the Carifesta serves not only in strengthening the regional ties among the Caribbean countries, but also to improve the international relation of the Caribbean with the other parts of the world. By doing this, the Carifesta aims to eradicate regional, racial, and ethical discrimination among the countries of the world. The Carifesta has a clear set of aims and objectives, and it attempts to fulfill these aims to a good extent. The aims and objectives of the Carifesta include creating awareness and increasing the participation of people in arts, establishing a positive image of the Caribbean culture, increasing the interest of youth in creative arts, promoting peace and goodwill among Caribbean nations and with other countries of the world, and enabling literature to flourish in the Caribbean.

Trinidad and Tobago has hosted the Carifesta three times, while Guyana has hosted the festival twice. Jamaica, Cuba, Barbados, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Surinam have all hosted the Carifesta once. Apart from various shows and performances, the Carifesta also features a Grand Market where tourists can shop for souvenirs, trade and book fairs, and a Youth and Fashion exhibition.