Here Are the Weekend Activities: Land of the Free, Belize Turns 43!

Tomorrow, Saturday, September 21, Belize proudly marks its forty-third anniversary of independence. Throughout this month, Belizeans have enjoyed a vibrant itinerary of events and festivities, proudly displaying the blue, white, and red of Belize’s national flag. But tomorrow is the highlight, as Belizeans come together to celebrate our rich diversity in flora, fauna, cultures, traditions, and people.

From decorating your home in Belize’s national colours to participating in the exciting activities planned for September, how have Belizeans shown their patriotism this month?

Here’s a quick guide to the events you won’t want to miss:

Belize City

September 20

• Night Cultural Extravaganza
  Location: Memorial Park
  Time: 9 PM
  Cost: FREE
• Official Flag Raising Ceremony, Fireworks Display, and Musical Entertainment
  Location: Memorial Park
  Time: 11 PM
  Cost: FREE
• 10th Annual Soca & Culture Fest
  Location: Belize City Civic Centre
  Time: 9 PM
  Cost: PAID
• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence
  Location: Memorial Park
  Time: 8 AM
  Cost: FREE

September 21

• Uniform and People’s Parade
  Route: Principal Streets of Belize City
  Time: 9:30 AM
  Cost: FREE
• 21st Belize City Bash
  Location: Digi Park
  Time: 11 AM
  Cost: FREE
• W.C.A Presents Red White & Bram Cruise
  Time: 1 PM
  Cost: PAID

Belmopan

September 20

• Taking Back the Land Parade
  Route: Principal Streets of Belmopan
  Time: 6 PM
• Flag Raising Ceremony and Fireworks Display
  Location: Governor General’s Field
  Time: 11:45 PM
• Fireworks After Bash
  Location: Smoke Shack
  Time: 12 PM

September 21

• J’ouvert
  Leaves from: Smoke Shack
  Time: 3 AM
• Official Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Independence
  Location: Independence Plaza
  Time: 10:30 AM
• Belmopan Citizen’s Parade
  Route: Principal Streets of Belmopan
  Immediately follows the official ceremony

• Park Fest
  Location: Mae Gordon Park
  Time: After the parade

Santa Elena/San Ignacio

September 20

• Flag Raising Ceremony, Fireworks Display, and Musical Entertainment
  Location: Administration Building
  Time: 9 PM

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade
  Location: Santa Elena Sporting Complex and through principal streets of SISE
  Time: 2 PM

Benque Viejo

September 20

• Torch Run, Flag Raising Ceremony, and Fireworks Display
  Location: Town Hall
  Time: 9 PM

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade
  Location: Town Hall and Principal Streets
  Time: 9 AM

Orange Walk

September 20

• Torch Run, Flag Raising Ceremony, Fireworks Display, and Block Party
  Location: Town Hall
  Time: 7 PM

September 21

• J’ouvert
  Route: Principal Streets of Orange Walk
  Time: 4 AM
• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence, Citizens Parade, and Block Party
  Location: Central Park
  Time: 7 PM

Corozal

September 20

• Flag Raising Ceremony and Fireworks Display

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade

San Pedro

September 20

• Flag Raising Ceremony and Fireworks Display

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade

Dangriga

September 20

• Torch Run, Flag Raising Ceremony, and Fireworks Display
  Location: BTL Park
  Time: 7 PM

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade
  Location: BTL Park
  Time: 9 AM

Punta Gorda

September 20

• Flag Raising Ceremony and Fireworks Display

September 21

• Ceremony for the 43rd Anniversary of Belize’s Independence and Parade