Event Calendar

Nov
26
Sat
Ambergris Stadium Inauguration, San Pedro @ Ambergris Stadium
Nov 26 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The San Pedro Town Council, Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation and the San Pedro Sports Committee are excited to announce the official inauguration of the newly constructed Ambergris Stadium on November 26, 2016. After the Inaugural ceremony there will be two matches for everyone to enjoy! Come witness the matches between San Pedro’s teams versus the teams from Mexico and USA! Tickets are on sale at the San Pedro Town Council, Sanpedrano Store, Marina’s Store and Hope Pharmacy for only $10 & $15 at the door.

Ambergris Stadium Inaguration San Pedro, Ambergris Caye

Entertainment by Yaka’s Elite Dancers in collaboration with the San Pedro Dance Academy and music by San Pedro’s very own, Rompe Raja!

Mark your calendars. Gonna be an awesome show.
Great Food
Great Drinks
Great Music
Two Great games!

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Jan
28
Sat
Sisimito Session Belize Electronic Music Weekend
Jan 28 @ 7:00 pm – Jan 29 @ 10:00 pm

Sisimito Records is hosting 2 parties at 2 locations on the last weekend of January — Heading into its third year as a growing must-attend electronic music event, Sisimito Sessions will take place on Jan. 28 and 29 on the Placencia Peninsula.

The yearly electronic music weekend is a showcase for the music of home-grown label Sisimito Records and its producers. To date, the event has attracted a combination of the local Placencia community, ticket holders from around the country and international guests. Based on growth in attendance over the past few years, organizers expect as many as 500 guests.

Sisimito Sessions will feature an accomplished DJ line up performing over a two-night period. An added element of the 2017 event will be a daytime workshop aimed at showing local artists the ropes of producing techno and tech-house.

Sisimito Records is the first Belizean based electronic music label, with an emphasis on Central American producers. The label’s music is widely available via Tidal, iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and other streaming services. Marcus Perigo, the founder of Sisimito, is a DJ and producer with dual citizenship of Belize and UK. He has played at many electronic music events in Central America and beyond.

“We can feel the momentum behind Sisimito Sessions building,” Perigo said. “In addition to attracting fans of electronic music, we invite people who may not be as familiar with it to join us for one great party!”

Sisimito Session Belize Electronic Music Weekend

5 Things to Know about Electronic Music and Sisimito Sessions:

1.    What is electronic music? Basically, music performed using synthesizers, drum machines and other electronic instruments. Nowadays, producers increasingly rely on computer programs to generate and sequence sounds.
2.    How can I hear a sampling of electronic music? Take a listen to Sisimito’s playlists on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/sisimito
3.    Where did the name “Sisimito” come from? According to Belizean folklore, a Sisimito was a disruptive creature who appeared to be a cross between man and ape. It’s said that their heels were at the front of their feet and the toes at their back. Unsuspecting humans might think the creatures were traveling away from them, only to discover they were close by.
4.    What can I expect at Sisimito Sessions? A fun, inclusive dance party on the Placencia Peninsula.
5.    Ticket info: You can buy a weekend pass for $50. by going to 
http://www.wantickets.com/Events/213814/Sisimito-Sessions/

Sisimito Session Belize Electronic Music Weekend

1.       Sisimito Records playlist on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/sisimito

2.       Facebook Page for Sisimito Records https://www.facebook.com/sisimitorecords/

3.       Facebook Event https://www.facebook.com/events/249943812053370/

4.       Tickets http://www.wantickets.com/Events/213814/Sisimito-Sessions/

 

Nov
9
Thu
Belize International Film Festival @ Bliss Center for Performing Arts
Nov 9 @ 6:00 pm – Nov 12 @ 6:15 pm
Save the Date: The Belize International Film Festival is an event held annually which features local, regional, and international film makers of all calibers. It offers attendees the opportunity to view top films and music videos in Belize.
Schedule of Events Coming Soon!
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Jun
21
Fri
Placencia Lobsterfest @ Placencia Beach, Stann Creek
Jun 21 @ 8:00 am – Jun 23 @ 1:00 am

Placencia Btia and Placencia Village Council is once again in the process of planning The 21st Annual Placencia Lobster Fest 2019. Like every year a Grand Lobster Fest Raffle is held and drawn on the last day of the event which will be on Sunday 23rd of June this year. For more info about the Placencia Lobster Fest or how to donate a prize to the raffle please feel free to contact us at 523-4045 or send us an email to info@placencia.com.

The event is organized by the Placencia BTIA and the Placencia Village Council and has long been a traditional mainstay of Placencia’s economy.

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Photographs taken by Marion & Ed Carr. Copyright Muzamanzie Photographs. All rights reserved

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One of the most exciting festivals of the year takes place every June on the beautiful Placencia Peninsula in southeastern Belize. Timed to coincide with the official opening of fishing season, Lobsterfest is a popular celebration of everything and anything related to lobster.

In 2019, the Placencia Lobsterfest will be held between June 21-23 and will feature dozens of savory and interesting dishes made from the world’s most popular crustacean. Although classic recipes like grilled lobster served with melted butter will be on hand, there will be dozens of other varieties on offer during Lobsterfest, including lobster ceviche, lobster pizza, lobster spring rolls, lobster pies, lobster fajitas, and upscale gourmet dishes worthy of a five-star restaurant.

Eating and enjoying lobster may be the principle draw for this popular festival that regularly draws hundreds of attendees, but there are plenty of other exciting activities as well. More than 50 booths will be set up to serve cold drinks, other kinds of seafood, sell artwork, handicrafts, games, and face painting for kids of all ages. And everyone will be dancing thanks to plenty of live acts performing a variety of musical styles.

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Jul
26
Fri
International Costa Maya Festival 2019 @ San Pedro, Belize
Jul 26 @ 7:00 pm – Jul 28 @ 2:00 am

The San Pedro International Costa Maya Festival 2019 has been set to take place from July 26 to July 28, with three days of high-powered entertainment.  The celebratory weekend is the only festival of its kind in Central America. It is the biggest festival in Belize, as well as the highlight of Ambergris Caye’s entertainment year. (Visit Costa Maya Facebook Page)

INTL. NIGHT HEADLINER: BECKY G

Costa Maya Festival

This year the International Costa Maya Festival is going big! This year’s International Night Headliner will be superstar Becky G! Singer, songwriter and actress Becky G was born for the spotlight and her multifaceted career is shaping up to be nothing short of iconic. The twenty-one-year-old star’s achievements include two number one hits on the Billboard Latin Airplay Charts (“Mayores” & “Sin Pijama”), starring roles in “Power Rangers” and “A.X.L.”, and guest-starring in Fox TV’s Emmy-winning “Empire” series.

The week of the festival is the most colorful and busiest week on the island. People from all over the country come to the island to be part of this one of a kind event. Hotels, restaurant, cart rentals, airlines, and water taxis are all busy and need to be booked in advance. It is a week when the air is filled with Punta, reggaeton, reggae, ballads, and salsa mixed with some marimba, steel pan, and mariachi music.

The San Pedro International Costa Maya Festival is indeed a grand event that is enjoyed by all those that participate. If you have not been to one maybe it is time to join your friends in San Pedro, Belize for a week of entertainment.

 

Costa Maya Festival, Ballet Folklorico De Quintana Roo

Ballet Folklorico De Quintana Roo

Costa Maya Festival, Grup Crash, El Salvador

Grupo Crash

Costa Maya Festival, Garifuna Collective

Garifuna Collective

Noche San Pedrana – Sat., July 20

Costa Maya Festival, Noche San Pedrana, Miss Costa Maya Pageant

A street affair! On this night, the delegates from the Central American countries and Mexico vying for the title of Miss Costa Maya 2019 will be presented with their official sash and they will be presenting themselves in their traditional costume, a dress by a designer of their country and lastly, a national gift – all of this will be judged and be a part of the Preliminary Competition.

There will be entertainment by the San Pedro Dance Academy, El Criminal, Rompe Raja, the Pandemonium Steel Band and Caribbean Kings. Bar and Food Booths are available. There will be games for the kids, so bring the whole family and meet the lovely ladies of the Miss Costa Maya 2019 Pageant.

Miss Costa Maya Pageant – Friday, July 26

The Miss Costa Maya International Pageant is scheduled for Friday, July 26, 2019 at the Louis Sylvester Sporting Complex in San Pedro, Belize.

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