Five great events that you can visit in the Caribbean during December include the Bahamas International Film Festival, St. Kitts Carnival, the Cayman Jazz Festival, the Bahamas Junkanoo, and St. Lucia’s Heineken Kalalu World Music Festival.
The picture that comes to mind for most people when they think of the Caribbean is exotic cuisine served on a palm fringed beach. No matter where you go – Petite Martinique’s unspoiled shores or Carriacou’s relaxing amenities – you are sure to feel as if you have escaped to paradise. Besides the wholesome beauty that is available on the islands, visitors and tourists can also hope for several fascinating activities that will definitely complete their vacation. Listed below are some of the various events taking place in December that you may want to attend:
The Bahamas International Film Festival
The Bahamas has its own version of Hollywood sparkle and beauty at the Bahamas International Film Festival, also called BIFF. Cinema fanatics will definitely enjoy such a wonderful event. From December 6-13, the Film Festival is in full swing and attracts the likes of Johnny Depp, Nicolas Cage, and Sean Connery. The BIFF program consists of special screenings, film creation and scriptwriting classes, talks, tributes and gala events.
St. Kitts Carnival
Celebration of island traditions and historical events is important to the people of many Caribbean Islands. Caribbean Carnivals with their colorful parades, street parties, and lively costumes and decorations are an icon. St. Kitts Carnival is unique for its holiday celebrations denoting national glory. It starts in mid December and continues until the 2nd of January. Here are the things that are sure to enchant everyone who visits: gala street parties and pageants, many food fairs, marvelous music, and a grand parade.
The Jazz Festival on Cayman
A newcomer compared to other festivals with a much longer history, the Cayman Jazz Festival will nonetheless provide an amazing experience for music aficionados and anyone who is seeking to chill-out with live music and entertainment. Big names on the international music scene like Alicia Keys, Oleta Adams and Peabo Bryson as well as unique local musicians are sure to captivate guests.
Junkanoo in the Bahamas
You will find that the Junkaroo is not just another ho-hum street parade. Everyday you have a different celebration marking that day. The Junior Junkanoo Parade is held on the second Thursday of December and features the impressive talents of young Bahamian Junkanoo dancers. Guests and visitors will be amazed at the skill of these young dancers whose talent and love for dancing has been ingrained and taught to them since childhood. Another the Junkanoo parade is held on December 26. The Boxing Day Junkanoo parade is an event that includes costumes, performers, and unique music. The parade is considered the largest non-religious festival in the Bahamas and starts at 2 in the morning immediately following midnight mass to celebrate Christmas.
The Heineken Kalalu World Music Festival at St. Lucia
Music lovers, and aficionados, will be feel a strong attraction to the island of St. Lucia, where the Heineken Kalalu World Music Festival is held. At this music festival, you will find a great mix of music genres, styles and traditions, all on grand display in an ocean front venue. The festival is a four-night event and it’s multi-ethnic and multi-cultural ensemble is sure to satisfy even the most demanding music-lover.
The Caribbean is not only a great place to stay for a vacation but has its own set of events that every visitor will look forward to.
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