Every year, Dominica commemorates its Independence with a season of cultural activities from September to November. These celebrations portray vivid examples of the island's cultural influences. The traditional dances display European traces in Hill & Toe, Waltz, and Quadrille; and borrow from African native dances in Bèlè.  

This mélange of Creole culture predominates at this time of year, as villages and communities throughout the island compete to show their superiority in preserving and developing different cultural expressions. Certain days, such as Kwèyòl Day, Heritage Day, and National Day promote different aspects of the island's cultural heritage. The government also holds parades and rallies for all to express their allegiance to the country.

Dominica received its independence from Britain on November 3rd 1978.