Island SPACE Rum Cake & Caribbean Black Cake Festival 2026
November 15 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Taste your way around the Caribbean—one cake at a time!
The fifth annual Rum Cake & Caribbean Black Cake Festival brings together the region’s holiday flavors, cultural traditions and festive entertainment for a family-friendly indoor celebration.
Explore the Hall of Bakers and enjoy samples of Caribbean rum cakes, black cakes and holiday drinks representing more than 20 countries and territories. Meet participating bakers, discover family recipes and shop for cakes to bring to your holiday table.
Enjoy traditional Jamaican Jonkonnu, Bahamian Junkanoo, Latin-style holiday dance and French Caribbean Fanal and Festival of Lights traditions. The festivities also include music by DJ Bigg G, family-friendly crafts, trivia, giveaways and activities hosted by Raul Blaze.
Shop the Holiday Marketplace for Caribbean-made gifts and explore a curated Caribbean food court featuring authentic island specialties available for purchase.
For adults 21+: Upgrade to the premium Rum Room, featuring samples from up to six Caribbean rum brands and curated food pairings. Rum Room admission includes entry to the festival.
Admission:
– General: $30 advance / $40 at the door
– Children ages 4–12: $10 | Ages 3 and under: FREE
– Premium Rum Room (21+): $75 advance / $85 at the door
General admission includes cake and holiday drink samples, cultural entertainment and access to the marketplace. Food, cakes and gifts are sold separately.
Tickets: https://islandspacefl.org/cakefest26
Presented by Island SPACE Caribbean Museum and Caribbean Professionals Network, with support from Broward County Cultural Division and The Venue Fort Lauderdale.
