The CaymanIslands Quincentennial Celebrations
Calendar of Events Update
May 10th 2003 will see the 500th anniversaryof Cayman's recorded history. A year of festivities is plannedthat will celebrate Cayman's history, culture and beauty. TheCayman Islands Quincentennial Celebrations will kick-off witha huge New Year's Eve event on December 31st 2002. With an emphasison the cultural, historical and social developments of the Islands,the festivities will continue throughout 2003 with a unique anddiverse programme of events.
December 2002
31st New Year's Eve Celebration: This grand opening eventwill be held at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex. The islandschurches will come together to hold a service of thanks and praise,a dedication of the Celebrations and to welcome in the New Year.Similar Services will be held in Cayman Brac.
January 2003
1st New Year's Day Public Holiday
15th Launch of the Quincentennial $1:00 Bill For Legal Tender
25th Art@Governors: This annual event takes place on thefront lawn of Government House and features displays of variousart forms from local and resident artists. The day is full ofentertainment, food, art and local crafts. Children can createtheir own unique works of art in the Kids Corner. It is a dayfor the whole family and one that should not be missed.
27th Unveiling & Dedication of Wall of Remembrance:This wall will honor 500 Caymanians who played an important rolein the development of the Cayman Islands.
February 2003
TBA Weekend at the Park: This event will include the annualorchid show which takes place at the Queen Elizabeth II BotanicPark. Elements of the weekend will include Orchid Show, launchof the "Celebrating Cayman's Flora and Fauna" colouringbook for children, dedication of the orchid conservation projectand an evening gala event.
March 2003
5th Ash Wednesday Public Holiday
5th Agricultural Show
19th Satellite Exhibits Rotate: Starting in September 2002these Quincentennial Exhibits will be on display at a varietyof locations island-wide such as grocery stores and banks. Theywill offer a visual celebration of our history, culture and beautyfor residents and tourists alike to enjoy. Every three monthsthe exhibits will rotate.
TBA - National Children's Festival of the Arts Exhibition Opening
April 2003
3-5th Technology Expo: This 2-3 day expo will focus on thecontributions that technology has made to the Cayman Islands inour recent history, while exploring the possibilities and opportunitiestechnology presents to the future of our islands. There will beformal breakout sessions on specific technology topics and a specialday set aside for the educational/career technology needs of schoolchildren.
18th Good Friday Public Holiday
21st Easter Monday Public Holiday
May 2003
9-11th Seafarers' Festival: A weekend filled with eventsthat honor our maritime history including visits by Tall Ships,classic yachts and other boats, a cat boat regatta and Seamen'sHeritage displays.
10th Unveiling and Dedication of the Wall of History: Thiswall, located in George Town will encompass a "Milestonesin our History" display listing the key dates and pointsover the past 500 yeas and a mural entitled "Celebratingout History".
10th - Opening of the New Turtle Farm
19th Discovery Day Public Holiday
TBA Royal Visit: Tentative more information availablesoon.
TBA - Cayman Brac/Little Cayman National Children's Festival ofthe Arts Awards Ceremony
TBA Little Cayman Cook Off
June 2003
TBA Queen's Birthday Celebrations
27-28th Downtown Bazaar: A weekend of local crafts, foodand entertainment in downtown George Town. This is an opportunityfor residents and visitors to browse and buy from local merchantsat a massive sidewalk sale.
TBA Cayman Brac Cook Off
July 2003
4th - 7th A Taste of Cayman
7th - Constitution Day
16th 2003 Stamp First Day Cover Launched
23rd Satellite Exhibits Rotate
24-27th Quincentennial Cricket Celebration: Informationavailable soon.
TBA Little Cayman Summerfest
August 2003
TBA End Of Summer Youth Celebration: A day at the beachfor the whole family featuring contemporary Christian bands andperformers along with an elaborate sand castle competition.
September 2003
24th Commemorative Coins Launched By Monetary Authority
10th CNCF Launch "Foundations" Magazine DoubleIssue
TBA SITA Brac Bash
October 2003
24th Nov 2nd Pirates Week Festival
29th Annual Turtle Release
30th Green Sea Turtle Symposium: Information available soon.
November 2003
8-10th Remembrance Day Weekend: A variety of events areplanned for this weekend including the laying of a special QuincentennialWreath by the Governor during the Remembrance Day service.
10th Remembrance Day Public Holiday
10th Heroes Park Dedication: This park in George Town willbecome a hallowed ground for all our National Heroes. Severalnew National Heroes will also be invested.
10th Honoring the Home Guard: Details available soon
17th Cayman Brac/Little Cayman Seamen's Society Annual Picnic
19th Satellite Exhibits Rotate
28th - 30th Celebrity Golf Tournament: This golf tournamentwill feature celebrity players from golf professionals to tennisstars. Local golfers and celebrities alike will have the opportunityto compete for some great prizes.
29th Premier of the Quincentennial Musical "History,Beauty, Culture": Details available soon.
TBA International Story Telling Festival
TBA Cayman Brac/Little Cayman Book Fair
December 2003
5th Reliving the Birth of Democracy: A period reenactmentof the historic meeting at Pedro St. James on December 5th 1831when the decision was made to form an elected assembly. Participantswill include descendants of those who took part in the originalmeeting.
31st New Year's Eve Under the Stars: This closing eventpromises to be one that no-one will want to miss. The eveningwill include fireworks, dinner and international entertainment.
TBA Cayman 27 Parade of Lights:
Calendar Information as of April 25th 2002