Parang With Rome is one of Trinidad & Tobago’s most beloved Christmas traditions — a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and festive spirit. What started as a small, lively gathering has grown into an annual cultural moment that brings thousands together every December to experience the joy of the season.
The very first edition of Parang With Rome began as an intimate Christmas lime filled with live parang, humour, and Rome’s signature high-energy performance style. The atmosphere was warm, spontaneous, and full of joy — and the response made it clear that something special had begun.
In the years that followed, the event steadily expanded. Each edition welcomed more performers, improved production, and a growing community of patrons who made Parang With Rome part of their annual holiday ritual.
By 2023, the event had evolved into a seasonal highlight. Media outlets began to take notice, and audiences returned year after year, embracing the show as a must-attend celebration on the Christmas calendar.
In 2024, Parang With Rome reached its largest attendance yet, drawing over 3,000 patrons to Cipriani Labour College.
Widespread coverage on CNC3, YouTube, Facebook, and across social media helped the event capture the nation’s attention — earning it the nickname:
“The Machel Monday of Parang.”
Throughout its journey, Parang With Rome has welcomed some of Trinidad & Tobago’s most respected performers.
Over the years, the stage has featured legendary Parang icons such as Baron, Crazy, Marcia Miranda, and Los Alumnos de San Juan, as well as top Soca and Chutney artists including Destra, Alison Hinds, Nailah Blackman, Voice, and Karma the Band.
Adding to the experience, celebrated DJs like DJ Ana, Ultra Simmo, Greg & Kidd Frost, and surprise guest selectors have kept the celebrations lively from start to finish.
These appearances reflect the event’s growth, its credibility, and its place in the evolving landscape of modern Christmas entertainment.
A beloved feature of the event, the Christmas Village brings together:
- Local seasonal delicacies
- Festive décor and lighting
- Branded installations
- Photo-friendly spaces
- Family-friendly activities
It adds a warm, cultural charm that enhances the overall experience and creates lasting Christmas memories for all ages.
Each year, Parang With Rome benefits from widespread attention through digital content, radio promotions, and event-night coverage. Teasers, behind-the-scenes clips, and live social media moments help build anticipation and allow the magic of the event to reach audiences at home and across the diaspora.
This growing visibility has supported the event’s transformation from a small performance into a nationally recognized Christmas tradition.
Parang With Rome is more than music.
It is celebration, nostalgia, community, and cultural pride — all wrapped together in true Trinbagonian fashion.
Every December, families, friends, and longtime supporters look forward to feeling that unmistakable Christmas energy that only this event creates.
From its first night at Woodford Café to its large-scale festival-style production today, Parang With Rome continues to evolve while staying grounded in the spirit of joy and togetherness.
Whether you’ve been part of the journey since 2019 or you’re experiencing it for the first time…
Welcome to the home of Christmas energy.
Jerome “Rome” Precilla is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s top multifaceted entertainers
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