Island SPACE Rum Cake and Caribbean Black Cake Fest 2026

Come hungry! Rum cake, black cake and Caribbean Christmas are taking over Fort Lauderdale for one delicious afternoon.
The Caribbean’s Sweetest Holiday Tradition is Back
Join us for the fifth annual Rum Cake and Caribbean Black Cake Fest on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 2–6 p.m. in Fort Lauderdale.
Presented by Island SPACE Caribbean Museum in collaboration with the Caribbean Professionals Network, this festive afternoon brings together talented South Florida bakers representing more than 15 Caribbean countries for one delicious tour of the region.
Sample your way through traditional rum cakes and black cakes, discover new favorites for Thanksgiving and Christmas and enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of a Caribbean holiday celebration.
Taste before you buy—then take home your favorites for the holiday table.
Your Afternoon Includes
Cake tastings from across the Caribbean
Rum cakes, black cakes and other treats available for purchase
A Caribbean holiday market
Traditional holiday performances and music
Holiday beverages for sampling and purchase
Caribbean food court and cocktail bar
Tickets start at $20 early bird and $30 in advance. Door admission will be higher.