Groove Is in the Park

As the temperature outside drops to a bearable range, you’ll warm your belly with tantalizing Caribbean treats while sneaking peeks at entrants in the meticulously measured jerk competition. Reconnect to island culture with moko jumbie stilt walkers, joint-jilting contortionists, and the highly anticipated “Bandana Goes Bashment” fashion show. Take a digestion break and loll near the daylong domino tournament or cruise the highly competitive cricket match for tips on SoFla’s fastest-growing sport. Just don’t miss this festival, or your stomach will never speak to you again.

Admission is $10 in advance, $20 at the gate, and free for children under 10. For online tickets or a list of participating ticket vendor locations, visit jerkfestival.com. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Markham Park.
Sun., Nov. 8, 10 a.m., 2009