Festivals in Aruba

Festivals

Season or date: mid-January to end of February

The island's biggest festival with grand parades, costumes, and music exciting the entire island

Season or date: January 25

A national holiday honoring Betico Croes, architect of autonomous nation status, with numerous cultural events

Season or date: March 18

National day celebrating flag establishment, with school choruses and parades

Season or date: July

World-class windsurfing and kitesurfing competition

Season or date: last week of May

Beach festival gathering R&B/soul artists

Season or date: every Tuesday evening

Regular show of traditional dance and music held at Oranjestad fortress

Season or date: November

Art event featuring murals and food stalls centered in San Nicolas district

Season or date: December 31

Traditional music event visiting homes to wish New Year's fortune

Season or date: October

Island restaurants offer local dishes at special prices

Season or date: October

Film festival focusing on Caribbean region cinema