The Caribbean And Floridian Association, Inc. (CAFA is a Central Florida nonprofit organization formed to support new arrivals to the region, particularly those with Caribbean backgrounds. The organization is dedicated to charitable, educational, religious, and scientific purposes, with a mission to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged individuals, at-risk youth, and the elderly. In the video above, you can hear CAFA President Andy King and CAP editior in chief, Guenet Gittens Roberts, discuss the organization’s history, the vision behind its ongoing cultural and community work, and the creation of CAFA’s Caribbean Fusion Festival.
The Caribbean Fusion Festival, produced by CAFA, has been bringing Caribbean culture and community together for about 15 years. The 2026 edition, held at Kissimmee Lakefront Park, was a vibrant celebration of culture, unity, and tradition. The festival showcased the rich diversity of the Caribbean through music, dance, food, and family-friendly activities, creating an atmosphere that felt like a true home away from home for attendees across Central Florida.
This year’s lineup featured an exciting mix of talent, including Mega Banton, Terry Gajraj, Adrianna Clark, Sanky & The Band, DJ Code Red, DJ Chris Roctone, DJ Princess Chow, MC Creig Camacho, Power House Family Steel Band, Flaya Dance Troupe, Latin Duo Nfusion, and Nrityarupa School of Dance. Each performance brought its own cultural flavor, highlighting the richness of
Caribbean traditions. From high-energy music sets to captivating dance performances and community vendors, the festival was a full-day celebration of heritage and unity. Families, artists, and community leaders came together to honor the spirit of the Caribbean, making the Caribbean Fusion Festival one of Central Florida’s most beloved cultural events.
