Caribbean American Heritage Month in Prospect Park

This June, celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month in Prospect Park! Join Prospect Park Alliance with Maple Street Afterschool, Brooklyn Book Bodega, I AM CARIBBEING and more to kick off a month of celebration in Brooklyn’s Backyard. Enjoy Caribbean music, food, dance, history, film and much more during this cultural celebration for Brooklynites of all ages.

Prospect Park is a central hub for many immigrant communities, including the first and only officially recognized Little Caribbean in the world. Share in the celebration of Caribbean culture at these events happening in June: 

One Love Fest
Sunday, June 14, 12–7 pm
Prospect Park Boathouse, Free, RSVP!
One Love Fest is back for its fifth year, and I AM CARIBBEING and Prospect Park Alliance are bringing the best of Caribbean culture to the Boathouse in Prospect Park. Get ready for live music that’ll keep you moving, dance workshops and performances that are full of flavor. You’ll find Caribbean vendors, makers, and some of the best island food in Brooklyn! It’s fun for all, so come along and let’s vibe together! Come through and celebrate Caribbean vibes like never before.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Wayne Wonder + Lila Iké + DJ Gravy
Saturday, June 20, Doors 6 pm, Show 7 pm,
Lena Horne Bandshell, Free, RSVP!
Back by popular demand, a thrilling night of Caribbean music at the Bandshell. Dancehall legend Wayne Wonder will get everyone dancing to his iconic hit “No Letting Go.” Reigning reggae queen Lila Iké heats up the stage with her blend of classic reggae, soul, and gospel, while nightlife impresario DJ Gravy, founder of the Rice & Peas party and LargeUp.com, will keep you grooving between the live sets. This event is part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York City’s longest-running, free, outdoor performing arts festival. View the full 2026 lineup here.

Caribbean Heritage Family Day
Sunday, June 28, 11 am–2 pm
Prospect Park Boathouse, Free, RSVP!
Join Prospect Park Alliance and Maple Street Afterschool for an uplifting community event to celebrate Caribbean heritage, community, literacy and play! Enjoy face painting, maker stations, mask making, Dance & Drum with Abundance Arts Academy as well as storytelling with our Alumni. Free books will also be provided by the Brooklyn Book Bodega.