30th annual African Caribbean International Festival returning to Washington Park this weekend

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30th annual African Caribbean International Festival returning to Washington Park this weekend
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The event runs from Saturday through Tuesday. Gates open daily from noon until 10 p.m.

If you're looking for plans this weekend outside of the NASCAR Street Race and Fourth of July festivities, here's one festival you may want to add to your calendar.Washington Park this weekend.

This year's theme is"One Beat. Many Nations." It's meant to highlight the diversity of the African and Caribbean communities by celebrating its influence and relevance. "We are proud and profoundly grateful for 30 years of bringing diverse communities together to celebrate the significant contributions of African and Caribbean people, our cultural heritage, and a promising future for our youth," Martin said.

Martin says with the festival he hopes to spread the love of Africa with other nations and bring them together through music and culture.

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