Sunday January 15, 2023, Marky Kessa, the Mayor of the city of Jacmel in the presence in particular of the authorities concerned, notables and organizers, proceeded to the official launch of the 31st Edition of the Carnival of Jacmel around the theme this year "Ansanm yon lòt jakmel posib" and the first pre-carnival day on Baranquilla Avenue.

The Mayor took the opportunity to inform of a change in the organization of this major event.

Due to insecurity and the lack of electricity, carnival activities will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

He also informed that concerning the settlement of the 58% of the remaining debt of the carnival of last year, this one was under study at the Ministry of Culture and he said he hoped that the Government will be able to liquidate this debt before the national carnival is held next February.

Date to remember:

February 5: pre-parade

February 12 for the carnival of Jacmel

February 19, 20 and 21 for the three fat days.

S/ iciHaiti