Port-au-Prince, Haiti c.1920 🇭🇹 #Haiti #1920s #Haitian #carnival #haitien | Vintage Haiti

West Hollywood buzzed with spooky energy on Friday (October 31) night as thousands flocked to the city's annual Halloween Carnival party, many showcasing creative costumes inspired by historical and contemporary figures. The event, known for its vibrant and extravagant displays, transformed a one-mile (1.6 kilometer) stretch of Santa Monica Boulevard into a pedestrian-only celebration. Widely regarded as one of Los Angeles' most colourful events, the carnival once again drew an enthusiastic crow

On January 19, Jacmel, #Haiti, inaugurated its annual #carnival season with a vibrant parade along Avenue Barranquilla. The festivities featured dance troupes, masked groups, rope throwers, and Rara bands, showcasing the city’s rich cultural heritage. 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹 Jacmel’s carnival is renowned for its unique papier-mâché masks and costumes, a tradition dating back to the 1920s. This annual event not only celebrates Haitian folklore but also reinforces Jacmel’s reputation as the cultural capital