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The BVI Beacon August Festival events postponed Last yearâs August Emancipation Festival was marked with a mashup of virtual and in-person events featuring live-streamed musical showcases and poetry competitions as well as small traditional markets and food … Both virtual and in-person events have largely been cancelled for the 67th August Emancipation Festival, though organisers said they hope that many can be rescheduled before the end of the year. Above, Kamal Lettsome recites a poem during last yearâs socially distanced celebration. (File photo: DANA KAMPA) Last yearâs August Emancipation Festival was marked with a mashup of virtual and in-person events featuring live-streamed musical showcases and poetry competitions as well as small traditional markets and food fairs designed to ensure safety five months into the Covid-19 pandemic. ....