Calendar
There is a wealth of sightseeing attractions, special events and Caribbean festivals on the island throughout the year.
The Tourist Office Information Desk at the airport stays open daily until the last flight comes in. Complimentary maps, magazines and information booklets are available from the English-speaking staff, which is well versed in suggestions about what to see and do. Among free publications in French and English are the digest-sized Choubouloute, a compact listing of island happenings, as well as descriptions of self-drive tours designed by the Tourist Office, along with many other items of tourist interest.
Calendar of Events in 2012
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9th
Concours Chanté Lari-a: carnival songs contest, 7pm @ Grand Carbet du Parc Culturel Aimé Césaire
City of Fort-de-France Carnival Committee
0596 39 10 63
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9th
Tradition Péyi a: traditional dance ballets festival
Sainte Luce Tourist Office
0596 62 57 85
www.sainteluce.fr
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9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 23th and 24th
Le Marin Street Festival
Le Marin Tourist Office
0596 74 63 21
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30th
Queen of Carnival Beauty pageant, Grand Carbet du parc culturel Aimé Césaire
Carnaval Foyal Association
0596 52 16 69
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5 - 9
Carnival
A full 5-day celebration of Carnival, including Ash Wednesday Join the Party!
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23 - 26
Governor's Cup
Participants: 35-40 teams with planes, seaplanes and helicopters, a very spectator event!
Caribbean Air Challenge
www.airrally.com
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5 - 9
Carnival
A full 5-day celebration of Carnival, including Ash Wednesday Join the Party!
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23 - 26
Governor's Cup
Participants: 35-40 teams with planes, seaplanes and helicopters, a very spectator event!
Caribbean Air Challenge
www.airrally.com
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N/C
Agricultural Fair
Rivière-Pilote
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May Of Saint-Pierre
Exhibitions, shows, rides.
Saint-Pierre, classified city of Art and History, destroyed by the Mount Pelee volcano in May 1902 organizes this annual event in celebration of its heritage, culture, history.
Saint-Pierre Tourist Office
+ 596 596 78 21 51
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9 - 15
Culinary Week of Sainte-Marie
Weeklong festival celebrates Martinique's unique gastronomy; combining the best of traditional French cuisine with Creole flavors.
Sainte-Marie Tourist Office
+ 596 596 69 13 83
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Lamentin Jazz Project
This free Music Festival will bring together Canada, USA and Africa!
Lamentin Culture Office
+ 596 596 51 75 55
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Contemporary Art Market
Mingle with local artists, hear about their creations and buy unique souvenirs!
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Marin
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Information
+ 596 596 74 90 02
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9th to 22nd
40th Cultural Festival of Fort-de-France
The 40th edition of this international festival will bring to you some of the best local and international artists
Information
+ 596 596 71 66
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10th to 18th
Cycling tour of the Martinique
Smaller version of tour de France, tour de la Martinique is a great Spectator sport
Regional Cycling Committee of Martinique:
+ 596 596 63 21 39
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10th
Sugar Cane Harvest festival
Celebrates the sugar cane harvest season with cultural events, tastings and entertainment. It is organized by the St James Rum Museum.
Information:
+ 596 596 69 13 83
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3rd to 9th
Martinique Yawl Boat Race
www.yoles-rondes.org
Follow this weeklong unique regatta that goes all around the island.
Festivities all week long
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8th to 14th
Biguine Jazz Festival
Weeklong festival with Artists performing in different locations, all around the island
Biguine Jazz Association
www.biguinejazz.fr
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N/a
International Fishing Tournament of Martinique
www.martinique-billfish.org
Aficionados of deep sea fishing ? This is a not to be missed event!
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Transmartinique (ex-Raid Manikou)
The ultimate challenge! 80 miles, up to 17 feet high, crossing the island from North (Grand Riviere) to South ( Sainte-Anne)
www.clubmanikou.com
