Preparations Underway for Saint Lucia’s Jounen Kwéyòl Festival
Saint Lucia is gearing up for its biggest cultural festival, Jounen Kwéyòl, which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The festival is organized by the Msgr. Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre (FRC) in collaboration with Events Company of Saint Lucia.
The festival will kick off on September 15 with a launch at the Bexon playing field, featuring a church service in Kwéyòl, a mini Jounen Kwéyòl opening celebration, and activities such as traditional technologies, vending, and entertainment.
The three host communities for Creole Heritage Month/Jounen Kwéyòl 2024 are Dennery, Mon Repos, and Anse La Raye. Throughout the month of October, activities will be held by these communities, as well as national events, including Fèt Magwit, La Wenn ek Le Wa Kwéyòl pageant, Jennès pageant, Woulélaba, Fèsten Tanbou, and many more.
The aim of Jounen Kwéyòl is to improve public awareness of the strength and value of the Kwéyòl language and to assist in the understanding, preservation, and development of Saint Lucia’s rich cultural resources.
Creole Heritage Month Activities
• Dennery, Mon Repos, and Anse La Raye will host various activities during the month of October.
• National events, including Fèt Magwit, La Wenn ek Le Wa Kwéyòl pageant, Jennès pageant, Woulélaba, Fèsten Tanbou, and many more will take place.
About Jounen Kwéyòl
Jounen Kwéyòl is an event organized by the Msgr. Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre (FRC) in collaboration with Events Company of Saint Lucia. It is celebrated in recognition of Jounen Kwéyòl Entonnasyonal (International Creole Day) observed on October 28, each year.
Conclusion
Jounen Kwéyòl is a vibrant celebration of Saint Lucia’s Creole culture, language, and traditions. It is an opportunity for the public to experience and appreciate the richness and diversity of the Kwéyòl language and heritage.
FAQs
Q: When is Jounen Kwéyòl taking place?
A: Jounen Kwéyòl will take place on Sunday, October 27, 2024.
Q: What is the purpose of Jounen Kwéyòl?
A: The purpose of Jounen Kwéyòl is to improve public awareness of the strength and value of the Kwéyòl language and to assist in the understanding, preservation, and development of Saint Lucia’s rich cultural resources.
Q: Which communities are hosting Jounen Kwéyòl?
A: The three host communities for Creole Heritage Month/Jounen Kwéyòl 2024 are Dennery, Mon Repos, and Anse La Raye.