Throughout each year, and in each month, Guyana bursts with festivals and activities, all of which help to build the country’s cultural map. To put it simply, what can a visitor expect to encounter if he or she is a foodie, a party person, or a history buff? Here’s what you can experience:
CALTURAL FESTIVALS
- Mashramani: Activities in Mashramani, more commonly referred to as “Mash”, are held every month of february. Mash celebrates Ghana’s Republic Day in colour, sound and fashionable wear that represents the various cultures that make up the country.
- Phagwah (Holi): Participate in the Hindu festival celebrated every March aptly called the festival of colors in which participants engage in merry making by throwing colored powders and water at each other signifying the victory of good over evil.
RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS
- Eid-off Fitr: Considered one of the six pillars of Islam these special events are filled with all prayers, meals and activities full of joy for sadly only lasts a few days to a week, with Muslims focusing community and compassion.
- Christmas : Noel is a time for everyone. Enjoy the holiday, Guyana-style, where Christians go about the festive season with such considerations as workmanship decorations of wares, singing of carols; and sumptuous feasts.
Cuisines and Beverages Greeting from Food and Drink Festivals
- Guyana Restaurant Week: This yearly occurrence invites all who are fond of eating to enjoy the gastronomic experience that is Guyana, which features, among others, curry and roti, and more recently, fusion fare.
- Rum Festival: This festival gives a chance to taste the midnight spirit of Guyana: the rum known as the best in the world with rum tasting, cocktails competition, and music, showcasing the rum production of the country.
Festivals Of Music And Art
- Guyana Carnival: Festival of carnivals is all about the colorful costumes, soca music, eventful street processions and not forgetting food. This is one event that does justice to the Caribbean aspect of British guiana and its penchant for owing parties.
- Revolutionary Music Festival Guyana: This one is red-carpeted with the brightest in local reggae, soul, various African, calypso, and folk songs. Of course, it clasps the music versus gay culture in which diverse forms of the music make Sure Practically.
Sporting Events
- Guyana Cup Horserace: This event showcases the flavors of thoroughbred horse racing, as it is one of the sporting events which brings local and foreign tourists to witness exciting racing glory and fair indulging. The atmosphere during the event is nothing short of festive.
- Cricket Matches: Go to any of the matches that are played in the course of the year and see keen supporters of the team which is the national cricket team of Guyana and its sport loyalists in action, and you will realize why cricket is loved and celebrated in this nation.
Seasonal Celebrations
- Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Cricket: Enjoy witnessing the CPL matches that take place in Guyana during the cricketing season, where the best of the best take on each other in thrilling T20 contests.
Community Activities
- Amerindian Heritage Month: A month-long celebration that takes place in September to recognize the indigenous traditions of Guyana through activities like traditional ceremonies, dances and crafts displays.
- Community Events: Different communities organize fairs throughout the year with local art, craft and farm produce giving a chance to meet the people and support community activities.
Arts & Crafts Exhibitions
- Visual Arts Competition and Exhibition in Guyana: This activity is all about celebrating the artistic capabilities of the people of Guyana as there is a variety of visual art forms, from paintings to sculptures, and even photographs that are exhibited.
Conclusion
The festivals and things to do in Guyana give visitors a glimpse of the people, the culture and the traditions of the country as well as the natural warmth that the locals possess. From participating in Mashramani celebrations to indulging in gastronomic delights during Restaurant Week, all activities are bound to enhance your respect for the culture that is unique to this part of the planet: Guyana. To enhance your stay and help you create treasured experiences in this beautiful country in South America, time your trip with these various events.