Events
in Martinique

A fascinating witness to the history of Martinique and the founding of Fort de France, Fort Saint-Louis opens its doors to welcome you to the heart of its ramparts and fortified bastions. A tour steeped in history, with a remarkable view over the Baie des Flamands. Active naval base, headquarters of the French Navy's high command for the Antilles-Guyana zone. Guided tours Tuesday to Saturday Fort Saint Louis, Boulevard Chevalier Sainte-Marthe, Fort-de-France Office de Tourisme Centre Martinique, 29 rue Victor Hugo, Fort-de-France, 0596 80 00 70

Matrimoine with the Union of Women of Martinique (UFM)—Since 1996, the UFM has been shining a light on the “Greatly Forgotten Women of History,” and more specifically those from our Caribbean history. Through their life stories, their commitments, and their struggles, the UFM works to keep their memory alive and to pass on the legacy of these inspiring women to future generations. This September, let’s come together for a series of events dedicated to Matrimoine. This 2026 edition honors: 3 WOMEN: Jane Lero, a pioneer of the feminist movement in the Caribbean; Yvette Guitteaud-Mauvois, co-founder of the UFM; and Suzanne ROUSSI; as well as 5 women’s groups: the coal miners, the women porters who helped build the Route de la Trace, the women of Saint Pierre, and the women who fought in the Southern Uprising. What is “Matrimoine”?—Talking about “Matrimoine” means: fighting against the invisibility of women; offering younger generations female role models; highlighting the women of the past who helped build our societies; and honoring those who, even today, continue to work for equality and collective emancipation. This year, the UFM is joining forces with several local partners to pay tribute to them and share their stories. On the program: conferences, film screenings, tributes, the donation of Jane Lero’s archives, and an “An ti koze” evening. These are all opportunities to come together, share ideas, and celebrate Martinican and Caribbean matrimoine. - SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 - STARTING AT 4:00 PM Official ceremony surrounding Jane Lero’s archives - Jane Lero’s family will present the UFM with a collection of private archives: correspondence, personal and professional documents, as well as numerous photographs. ? Jane Lero Space - Angela Davis Resource Center, 17 rue Lamartine, Fort-de-France - By invitation only - - - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 2:00 PM–4:00 PM - Yvette Guitteaud-Mauvois, *An Fanm Rasin Kan* – Screening of the documentary *?* Schoelcher Library, Fort-de-France, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM - - - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 8:30 AM–5:00 PM - Not Without Them! Caribbean Women’s Heritage: Let’s Talk About It... - Documentary by Yvette Guitteaud-Mauvois, *An Fanm Rasin Kan* - Discussion? La Guinguette, Saint-Pierre. - - - SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 - 9:30 AM–1:00 PM - Documentaries: The Insurgents of the Southern Uprising - With the UFM and a descendant of Lumina Sophie. ? Espace Jane Lero -- Angela Davis Center - 17 Lamartine Street, Fort-de-France. - - - SEPTEMBER 24 -- STARTING AT 6:00 PM - AN TI KOZE - Women’s Bodies in Chorus - Analysis. DJing: A Woman’s Profession With Esther Eloidin and DJ Nina Mona Songs, a blind test, karaoke, and discussions about the representation of women in music and women’s place in the world of DJing. ? Eden Bar -- Plaza Shopping Center, Route de Didier - Free admission - - - SEPTEMBER 29 -- 6:00 PM - Yvette Guitteaud-Mauvois, An Fanm Rasin Kan - Screening of the documentary + Talk: The Lamentin Women’s Hunger March. With Cécile Celma ? Lamentin Library, Espace Jane LERO, 17 rue Lamartine, Fort-de-France, 0696 44 94 40, u.femmesmartinique@wanadoo.fr

I invite you to step into my world... Usually, I guide you along the way. I create the conditions that allow for free, intuitive artistic expression—one rich in discoveries and encounters with the self. This time, I’ve decided to step to the other side of the experience. To create for myself. To let myself be surprised by the materials, the colors, the marks. Not always knowing where I’m going… and accepting that I’ll discover it along the way. I explore and get to know myself better through this exercise—one that is at once intuitive, so natural, and sometimes so disorienting. I’ve embarked on this new adventure with the desire, today, to open the door to you. To let you discover my world. My marks. My colors. My way of bringing out what wasn’t there before. Welcome to TRACES PLURI-AILES, my first exhibition—an invitation to discover another facet of myself: the Artist. A concept store showcasing Martinican art and craftsmanship. GROCERY?ARTS?CULTURE O’Lokal, Vilaj Peyi, Lieu-dit Carrere, Le Lamentin

Soirees Latines a La Terrasse Every Tuesday, join Patrick for Salsa Mambo classes:7pm - 8pm: Beginners8pm - 9pm: IntermediatesAfterwards, our DJ takes over for a journey through Latin music: reggaeton, salsa, mambo, bachata, merengue... Come and dance, vibrate and travel to the heart of Latin America! Reservations: 0696 43 06 43 La Terrasse Fwi, 10 rue Victor Schoelcher, Immeuble Galerie Lafayette, Fort de France, 0596 64 30 35

Documentary: Volcanoes of the Caribbean (52 min) Running time: 52' The film "Volcanoes of the Caribbean" provides a detailed analysis of the May 8, 1902, eruption that destroyed the town of Saint-Pierre in Martinique and the 1995 eruptive crisis on the island of Montserrat. This film shows how, thanks to the work of Professor Alfred Lacroix, a concept was born: that of a pyroclastic flow and a Peléan eruption. If you have trouble visualizing what a pyroclastic flow is, imagining its destructive power, and understanding why nearly 30,000 people were killed in Saint-Pierre in less than 3 minutes on May 8, 1902... Come see the screening of the documentary film. (Volcanoes of the Caribbean) This film explores volcanic activity in the Lesser Antilles arc, focusing on major events in the history of each island’s volcanoes, the eruption of Mount Pelée on May 8, 1902, and that of La Soufrière on Montserrat in 1995. - In the first part, the reconstruction of the May 8, 1902, disaster is very well explained through a combination of archival footage and computer-generated imagery. The film’s value lies in the fact that it addresses various aspects—political, geographical, and geological—providing a comprehensive view of this disaster and offering historical and scientific insights. - In the second part: Volcanic activity on other Caribbean islands is discussed, with explanations focusing in particular on Montserrat’s Soufrière, Kick’m Jenny, and Guadeloupe’s Soufrière... Documentary "Earthquakes and Tsunamis" Produced by "L'esprit sorcier" Why, when, and how does the earth shake? Documentary “Inside Volcanoes” Produced by “L’esprit sorcier” How are volcanoes formed, where are they found, and should we be afraid of them? Hours of Operation Open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last admission at 4:00 PM). Open on the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Victory Day (May 8), Ascension Thursday, Pentecost Sunday, Bastille Day (July 14), Assumption, August 15; Armistice Day, November 11. Science and Earth Discovery Center (CDST), Habitation Perinelle, La Galere, Saint-Pierre, 0596 52 82 42

Histoire de La Martinique a Travers La Canne A Sucre Opening hours: Tuesday 08h00-17h30 / Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 08h00-17h30 / Saturday 08h30-17h00 / Sunday 09h00-17h00 La Maison de La Canne, Pointe Vatable, Les Trois Ilets, 0596 68 32 04

Stand-Up - Martinique Comedy Club Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Free Comedy Club - Fort-de-France. Come discover new stand-up and slam talents—100% comedy! Admission: 4 EUR (one drink purchase required). Donations welcome. Info & registration: WhatsApp 0696 77 20 60 Laughter, new discoveries, and an unforgettable atmosphere await you! Ticket Office: Bizouk Free Comedy Club, 110 rue Lamartine, Fort-de-France, 0596 79 86 76; Martinique Comedy Club, 0696 77 60 20

YOU DON'T SLING A BAG OVER YOUR SHOULDER. YOU WEAR IT LIKE A SECOND SKIN. Rudy Augustin-Lucile (J' T' DANS LA PEAU) showcases his leather, his Martinique, and an entire community yet to be built. Exhibition “Le cuir, comme une evidence” from September 19 to 30, 2026. There are expressions we use without thinking. To be in someone’s skin, to have it in one’s blood—Rudy Augustin-Lucile, for his part, works with it literally. From September 19 to 30, 2026, the Martinican designer will display his leather goods in the shared gallery of the Ateliers Kalibouka, raising a question that goes beyond mere accessories: What does a region look like that creates, passes on, and protects its own craftsmanship? Organized by Ateliers Kalibouka in partnership with Oliwon Design, the exhibition *Le cuir comme une evidence* is part of the France Design Week 2026 festival. It features a selection of pieces by Rudy Augustin-Lucile, accompanied by photographs and texts that reveal what is never seen in a finished object: the craftsmanship, the time invested, the mistakes, and the material brought to life. Starting September 20, the public will also be able to discover two other leather designers: Sandrine Alixe (SAND’O) and Jacques Dolmen (JACKY D). Three key events will mark the occasion: the opening reception on Saturday, September 19; then, starting Sunday, September 20, the exhibition will be expanded to include works by two other leather artisans from Martinique, displayed alongside Rudy Augustin-Lucile’s work. On Sunday, September 20, a launch cocktail reception will also mark the official kickoff of the crowdfunding campaign for future shared workshops. Finally, on Saturday, September 26, “Tet Art Tet with Rudy Augustin-Lucile” will offer an intimate, registration-required gathering at the heart of his creative world and leatherwork. School visits will round out the program, introducing young people to the trades, craftsmanship, and creative worlds of design. As a local artisanal workshop, Ateliers Kalibouka uses this event to highlight the key issues that define its mission: contributing to the development of local supply chains, promoting traditional skills, innovating using local resources, passing on artisanal techniques, and showcasing Martinican creativity. That is why they have chosen this moment to publicly launch their crowdfunding campaign: to open a permanent space where others like Rudy A. Lucile can set up shop, create, and pass on their knowledge… Local workshop, a third-place production space dedicated to the arts and crafts, design, and art in Martinique. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Les Ateliers Kalibouka, 32-2 Avenue de l’Impératrice Joséphine, Les Trois-Ilets

A KARAKARTS evening filled with good cheer! Grab the mic, sing your favorite songs, and share an unforgettable moment with friends or family. Cocktails, food, music, laughter, and excitement… all the ingredients are there for a fantastic evening! Le Wanted Paradise, Nouvelle Marina du Marin, 0696 53 51 78

PROGRAMME 8pm - 9pm: KIZOMBA TTF SCHOOL classes 9pm - 1am: SESSION AND TRAINING By DJ C Infoline Whatsapp: 0696 060 639 LOCATION Kinky Mango, Lot. Les Hauts de Californie, Le Lamentin