Events in Aruba

What There is to do in Aruba

The Caribbean is unique from any other place on earth. Here you can discover pristine, unpolluted water unlike that anywhere else in the world. Other than relaxing on the beach, travelers come to Aruba for the exciting activities that happen on the island. There are many cultural events that take place on no other island in the Caribbean. There is a wide selection of places you might choose to stay on the island that offer different events and activities for the whole family.

Windsurfing is a popular event in Aruba due to the ideal weather and offshore conditions. Whether you hope to participate or watch the professionals, if you are a fan of the sport, you will not be disappointed by what you find. The annual Aruba Hi-Winds event is a time that professional windsurfers show their skills in this prestigious competition. A joy to watch, this contest is a world famous event for all lovers of the sport. There are also opportunities for you to jump in and give it a try. There will be no better chance in your life to try windsurfing than in Aruba. Do not miss out on this chance to try something new and exciting!

Aruba is home to many fantastic cultural events year-round. The Bonbini Festival is a folkloric event that takes place in the capitol city of Oranjestad every Tuesday evening. It features arts and crafts for participants to make their own souvenirs, great food and drink, and live music and dancing. The Caribbean Festival highlights the cultural heritage of the islands through dance, art displays, local food and other forms of entertainment. This event takes place in downtown San Nicolas every Thursday evening. The Watapana Food and Art Festival is another wonderful event held Wednesday nights on the fairgrounds situated between the Hyatt Regency Resort & Casino and the Americana Allegro Aruba Beach Resort & Casino. This event features live music and other entertainment, food, beverages and local artist displays.

Aside from the spas and beaches, Aruba has many highly enjoyable events that take place all year long. You can plan your trip to Aruba any time that works best for you without worrying about missing out on a great festival or other event. Sports like windsurfing offer great chances to see and try something new and different you may never get to see again. Be sure to schedule in great events during your visit to the Caribbean islands.