Upcoming Haitian Events

Weekly Haitian konpa dance class and evening at Restaurant Rizdjondjon in the 2nd arrondissement, Tuesdays and also listed for Fridays, running through 31 December 2026. Class 10 euros, evening free with registration. Taught by Nelly.

Konpa night at À l'oasis in Bobigny on 21 August 2026.

The Haitian Sports Hall of Fame inducts its Class of 2026 at an elegant Long Island gala: Pierre Bayonne of Haiti's legendary 1974 FIFA World Cup squad, volleyball greats Dr. Bernard Brutus and Dr. Bernard Nau, and basketball's Friedrich "Coach Féfé" Verna. A red-carpet evening of tributes, live entertainment, fine dining, and open bar celebrating the legacy of Haitian athletic excellence. $125 in advance.

Edwidge Danticat brings Dèy — her long-awaited new novel, published August 25 — to the Busboys and Poets stage in Washington, DC. Doors open at 5 PM; the program begins at 6 PM, featuring a discussion of the book, an audience Q&A, and a signing, with copies available for purchase on site. Dèy, titled after the Kreyòl word for mourning, moves between Haiti, Brooklyn, and Miami as a Haitian American woman reckons with family, grief, and belonging. Free and open to all with RSVP; the program will also be livestreamed.

A celebration honoring the Èzili spirits of Haitian Vodou through music, dance, food, and offerings, hosted by artist Riva Nyri Precil. The evening features traditional Haitian dance performances, an Afro-House and rara-tech DJ set, a best-dressed contest honoring Èzili Dantò, Èzili Freda, and Manzè Filomiz, altar artwork, Haitian food, and a communal offering table. Vin selebre ak onore eskòt Èzili yo.

The Konbit takes its name from the Haitian Kreyòl tradition of communal work — and brings that spirit to entrepreneurship. The 2026 edition gathers entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, and nonprofit and community leaders in Fort Lauderdale for an afternoon (3–7 PM) built around one theme: Understanding Money. Expect practical financial education, candid conversations, and connections aimed at building stronger businesses, stronger communities, and lasting legacy.

Edwidge Danticat celebrates the release of Dèy — her first novel in a decade — in conversation with Jacqueline Charles, the Miami Herald's longtime Caribbean and Haiti correspondent. Dèy, which takes its title from the Kreyòl word for mourning, follows Magnolia Elie, a Haitian American mother and Miami real estate agent holding her family together across Miami and Haiti in the aftermath of a shattering day. Ticket options include admission with a copy of the book.

Kompa on the water: a Labor Day weekend yacht party aboard The Starship at Pier 36, pairing Haitian kompa rhythms with Manhattan skyline views until 2 AM. Presented by Capital Events Marketing Group. Doors at 9:30 PM; ages 21 and over.

Konpa festival held at Restaurant Paparazzi in Bucharest, Romania, on 5 September 2026.

Central Florida's celebration of Haitian cuisine at Luminary Green in downtown Orlando — from savory griot to pikliz, with traditional dishes and modern twists from local chefs, plus Haitian music and art. All ages, free parking. The festival's mission: connecting communities and promoting cultural exchange through the flavors of Haiti.

For fourteen years, the Kansas City area's community of Haiti-focused organizations has gathered to share firsthand updates on conditions in Haiti — with a particular focus on NGOs working on the ground. A Saturday morning of briefings and connection for anyone with a heart for Haiti, offered in person and virtually (Zoom link shared with registered attendees). Free registration.

The Association of Haitian Professionals hosts its ninth annual gala, "Rasin Nou Konekte N Youn Ak Lòt," an evening of red-carpet cocktails, dinner, and dancing in support of the AHP Scholarship Endowment, its professional mentoring program, and a planned Haitian community center in the DC metro area. The night features live konpa from DMV band LOKAL and a performance by Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary artist Riva Nyri Précil, presentation of the 2026 Dessalines and Capois Scholarships to students in the US and Haiti, community honorees, and the Mango Lakay pop-up vendor marketplace. Ages 21+.

The tenth edition of the summit known as the "Davos of the Caribbean" lands in New York during UN General Assembly week. Organized by Global Startup Ecosystem with partners including IBM Cloud and AWS, it convenes hundreds of entrepreneurs, investors, and technologists around one question: how emerging nations like Haiti can use technology as a blueprint for nation building. Free to attend; register for details.

Konpa festival at Rocking'Hop in Pélissanne, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, on 3 October 2026.

Haitian konpa group Tabou Combo, formed in Pétion-Ville in 1968, performs at the Palais des Sports du Gosier in Guadeloupe on 10 October 2026.

Haitian konpa singer Jackito performs at Espace Chevreul in Nanterre on 10 October 2026.

The Greater Haitian American Chamber of Commerce hosts its 6th annual gala — Une Soirée Royale — an evening of high-fashion formal elegance in the Orlando area, gathering business leaders, entrepreneurs, public officials, and community advocates. Expect a networking mixer, live music, and performances celebrating Haitian-American culture and commerce. Note: the ticket page lists October 16 while the organizer's description mentions October 24 — confirm the date on the official page before attending.

A five-day, four-night heritage travel experience in Okap (Cap-Haïtien), Haiti — October 22–26, 2026. Presented by DK Travel Club (Destination Konpa) and Haiti Travel Magazine, the package includes a welcome dinner, a community service day, a Citadelle Laferrière excursion, dinner and konpa nights, the signature Pink Dinner, a Labadee beach excursion, transportation, and daily breakfast. Please note: this is a paid travel package booked directly with the organizer (deposit required), not a single-admission event. Details and booking at dktravelclub.com.

The U.S. Haitian Chamber of Commerce's second annual summit and awards gala - business, leadership, innovation, and networking for Haitian American professionals. 10 AM to 4 PM; registration open with early-bird pricing, and speaker, panelist, and workshop applications now accepted.

Zouk and konpa dance festival at the Van der Valk Hotel near Roissy Charles de Gaulle on 6 November 2026.

KLASS celebrates 15 years with an anniversary concert at MGM Music Hall at Fenway - 100% konpa direk, no fusion, pure rhythm. Doors 7 PM, show 8 PM. Voted Haitian Band of the Year 2013 through 2023.

Konpa festival at Palais Groupe in Ris-Orangis, Essonne, on 6 May 2027.