Grand Goat Parade
Local farmers parade kitschally-dressed goats while music bands play festive tunes.
Goat Festival
La Fèt à Kabrit
La Désirade, France
Mar 27 - 29, 2026Expected
Each Easter weekend, the island of La Désirade celebrates the goat with the Fèt à Kabrit. Festivity honors the animal so central to island life over two days, in a celebration named for the creole word for goat that gathers this small Caribbean community.
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Where it happens
Place du Fête a Kabrit
La Désirade, France
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Prepare before you go
Try local goat dishes, bring food samples for judging
Respect local boundaries
Share recipes and enjoy local culture; do not waste local food products.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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LOCAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Goat Festival
La Fèt à Kabrit
La Désirade, France
Each Easter weekend, the island of La Désirade celebrates the goat with the Fèt à Kabrit. Festivity honors the animal so central to island life over two days, in a celebration named for the creole word for goat that gathers this small Caribbean community.
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Mar 27 - 29, 2026Expected dates
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Named for the creole word for goat (kabrit), the festival celebrates the animal's importance in local cuisine and economy. It unites residents to pass down recipes and tongue-in-cheek dances that satirize daily island life.
Key moments to know
Grand Goat Parade
Local farmers parade kitschally-dressed goats while music bands play festive tunes.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Prepare before you go
Try local goat dishes, bring food samples for judging
Respect local boundaries
Share recipes and enjoy local culture; do not waste local food products.
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Mar 27 - 29, 2026
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City / Area
La Désirade
Guadeloupe (La Désirade)
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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