Traditions
The Haitian Calendar: Holidays and Key Dates
From Independence Day to Flag Day and Fèt Gede — the dates every Haitian family celebrates and remembers.
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Rara: The Sound of Haiti’s Lenten Season
Bamboo trumpets, drums and street processions — an introduction to rara, one of Haiti’s most powerful musical traditions.
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Cockfighting is no longer a common practice among residents of rural Haiti
In recent years, the practice of cockfighting has seen a significant decline among the residents of rural Haiti. Once a deeply entrenched cultural tradition, cockfighting is now becoming…
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Labor Day on Eastern Parkway in New York City: An Event Worth Seeing Firsthand
Labor Day in New York City is not just a holiday; it is a grand celebration that culminates in one of the most vibrant and culturally rich events…
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The Fête Rara Guédé in Léogâne, Haiti: An Experience Worth Witnessing Firsthand
In the heart of Leogane, Haiti, a vibrant and deeply rooted cultural celebration takes place each year, known as the Fête Rara Guédé. This event is not just…