Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival’s Grand Parade took place on Saturday August 3rd on Lakeshore Boulevard West.  It was my first time going, and an awesome experience. 

I started off around Dunn Avenue and Lakeshore Boulevard West.  The pedestrian bridge over Lakeshore provided a great birds-eye view of the parade.   

Once off the bridge, I took pictures along the fence at Marilyn Bell Park.  Lots of people stopped to pose for pictures and I got a lot of candids too.  The floats were beautiful!

When the end of the parade came along, I continued east along the park towards Exhibition Place.  There were lots of food vendors set up.  And places selling flags, t-shirts and hats as well.

The further east I went, the more crowded it got. I was able to walk for a bit on the parade route after it was over.  I ended up near the main stage and got to see the mas bands competition.  What an experience!   High energy and great vibes all around. More pics below.