Festivals in Micronesia

Festivals

Season or date: Early March

Yap State's largest cultural festival with stone money ceremonies, traditional dancing, and canoe races

Season or date: May 10

National event celebrating founding with parades and sports competitions in each state

Season or date: August

Traditional sailing canoe racing and fishing demonstrations

Season or date: September 11

Military band parade and canoe races commemorating U.S. liberation

Season or date: September 23

State residents participate in canoe, marathon, and volleyball competitions

Season or date: November 3

National ceremony celebrating independence

Season or date: December 25

Church masses and all-night singing and dancing bringing families together

Season or date: Irregular

Event held on Yap Island promoting manta conservation

Season or date: October

Cultural fair where four states showcase specialties and dances

Season or date: July

National event encouraging youth sports and arts