What is the National Day of Aruba?
What is the National Day of Aruba?
March 18th is considered Aruba’s National Day and on this day Arubans celebrate the Status Aparte, the national anthem and flag. This official holiday features several cultural, sports and musical events throughout the island and there is a national celebration in the evening at Plaza Betico in Oranjestad.
How is Boxing Day celebrated in Aruba?
Boxing Day is celebrated the day following Christmas Day. Several restaurants serve special Christmas menus in the weeks leading to Boxing Day. There are several celebrations that are not an official holiday, but that are still part of the cultural celebrations in Aruba. Music and garments play an important role in most cultural celebrations.
What to do on New Year’s Day in Aruba?
Another known tradition with New Year is Dande, where a group of musicians will stroll from house to house (most of the times of family and friends) to spread best wishes for the New Year. On January 25 th Aruba commemorates the birthday of the late Aruban political leader, Gilberto Francois (Betico) Croes.
When does Carnival season start in Aruba?
Aruba’s Carnival is a fun-filled season with parades, shows, elections and music contests. Carnival season officially starts each year at 11:11 AM on the 11 th of the 11 th (November 11 th ). The Carnival Schedule, including all contests, parties and parades, for the upcoming season is official announced during a ceremony on this day.
What are some Aruban New Year’s Eve traditions?
A common Aruban tradition on the day leading up to New Year’s Eve is setting off a pagara, a long string of Chinese firecrackers. The pagara will be set off all around the island and mark the end of year for local businesses.
What is Betico Croes day in Aruba?
On January 25 th Aruba commemorates the birthday of the late Aruban political leader, Gilberto Francois (Betico) Croes. Betico Croes helped Aruba with attaining the “Status Aparte”.
