Samstag, 25. Juli 2026 von 14:00 - 04:00 Uhr @ Sommercasino

CARI Festival

Join us at the CARI Festival 2026, brought to you by SB Sqrd & WADADLI Vibes — a celebration of vibrant Caribbean culture in the heart of Basel, shared with family, friends, and the whole community. Immerse yourself in the exhilarating rhythms of Soca, Calypso, Reggae, Dancehall & Reggaeton, and experience the colours, flavours, and spirit of the Caribbean right here in Switzerland.

SATURDAY – CARI Festival
The main event! A full day of Caribbean culture, good vibes, love, and joy — from afternoon to late into the night.

Afternoon
Kick off the day by exploring our vibrant marketplace, featuring a diverse selection of vendors with food, drinks, crafts, and more. There's something for everyone — including a dedicated children's activity area for the little ones.
Later in the afternoon, Join our Dancehall Workshop with Keemi from Team Elite and Frisky from Sopreme Blazaz — two Jamaican dancers based in Zurich bringing the Dancehall groove to Basel.— an interactive dance class open to all levels. Learn the moves, feel the rhythm, and connect with the culture.

Evening – Live Show with afterparty
As the sun sets, the stage comes alive. Support act Tison On con la Basilona opens the night before headliners Sir Sugar Daddy & the Spirit Revolution Band take over for an unforgettable live performance. Basel’s top DJs and sound systems will keep the energy high all night long with non-stop Pan-Caribbean vibes.