Haitian Flag Day Celebration & Taste of Haiti 2026

Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

C K Newsome Community Center | Evansville

Haitian Center of Evansville
Publisher/HostHaitian Center of Evansville
Haitian Flag Day Celebration & Taste of Haiti 2026
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Celebrate Haitian Flag Day with a free community celebration and a paid VIP “Taste of Haiti” food experience supporting the Haitian Center.
About this Event

Join the Haitian Center of Evansville as we celebrate Haitian Flag Day with culture, Performance, music, community, food and more.

This event is organized in two parts so that everyone can participate in the celebration.


Part 1 – Community Celebration (FREE)

The gymnasium at C.K. Newsome Community Center will host a free Haitian Flag Day celebration open to the entire community.

No ticket is required to attend this portion of the event.

Activities may include:
• Cultural performances
• Music and dancing
• Community celebration
• Family-friendly atmosphere

Everyone is welcome to come celebrate Haitian culture and community.


Part 2 – VIP Food Experience: “Taste of Haiti” (PAID)

The Taste of Haiti VIP Food Experience is the ticketed fundraising portion of the event.

Guests who purchase a VIP bracelet will have access to a curated Haitian culinary experience featuring traditional dishes prepared by community cooks.

Food will be served station-by-station, allowing guests to taste a variety of Haitian favorites.

⚠️ VIP bracelets are required to access the food experience.

⚠️ VIP bracelets are limited to 250 guests total.

All proceeds from the VIP food experience support the programs of the Haitian Center of Evansville, including youth programs, literacy initiatives, ESL support, and community services.


VIP Bracelet Pricing

VIP Bracelet (Advance Purchase): $70
VIP Bracelet (At the Door): $80

Children (6–12): $35
Children 5 and Under: Free

📅 Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location:
C.K. Newsome Community Center
100 E Walnut St
Evansville, IN 47713

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

C K Newsome Community Center, 100 East Walnut Street, Evansville, United States

Tickets

USD 39.19 to USD 76.54

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