World Cup 2026 Haiti Pre-Match Celebration

Join us for an epic kickoff celebration filled with good vibes, great company, and all the excitement before the big game. It’s your chance to connect with Haitians in Scotland for a full day of cultural activities ~ cooking, baking, dancing, Haitian cinema and football!

Don't miss out on this awesome celebration — it’s all about fun, passion, and the spirit of the World Cup!

Sponsored by the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in the UK

In partnership with City of Edinburgh Council's MAKE SPACE INITIATIVE

Info: Gathered around the table, we will prepare a traditional Haitian soup. Everyone can get involved in this interactive group activity, regardless of age or skill. Some can tear leafy greens, scrub the root veg, wash herbs. Others can chop, dice, measure and stir. All can make dombray (soup dumplings) and knead bread rolls.

Info: Learn about the dances embodying Haitian history through movement, music and language.

Info: Screening and Discussion of Madan Sara, a documentary by Haitian filmmaker Etant Dupain, about the backbone of Haiti's economy - the women who put food on the table, in millions, without government backing or financial support. Followed by discussion with Raoul Amisial, Haitian scholar at University of Aberdeen, developing IT platforms to amplify Madan Sara partnerships.

Info: Bring and Share!! Bring any side dish to accompany our celebratory meal!! We will eat the Haitian soup and bread we have made, accompanied by the side dishes everyone has brought!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

granton: hub Madelvic House, Granton Park Avenue, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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