With an increased number of participants and a perfect weather, the Donkey Walk was a success from start to finish. The final proceeds of the event are going to the construction of a new sanctuary for the donkeys.
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Marylou Fradl, crowned Mrs. Carnival, will be representing FCCA and Majestic Carnival Group for the coming weeks of Aruba’s Carnival 60
With island band D'Licious providing lively carnival music, the management and staff of Fundacion Cas Pa Communidad Arubano (FCCA) crowned their candidate for Diamond Jubilee Mrs. Carnival.
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New concept to Aruba, MIX UP Mondays, starts for the first time on January 27th at Cas di Cultura
Young and skilled artists will demonstrate their skills in accordance with the theme of the edition, in this case; Dance and Jazz.
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In connection with the celebration of Betico Day on Saturday, January 25th, several athletic competitions are being organized across the island of Aruba
Events being held include swimming competition at the Roly Bisslik Olympic in Savaneta, table tennis in the Betico Croes Sports Centera and amateur weightlifting at Frans Figaroa Sports Center in Noord, celebrating the birthday of a remarkable Aruban.
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Aruban National Holiday “Betico Day” celebration at the Paseo Herencia Mall sure to entertain the entire family
Everyone is invited to celebrate ‘Dia di Betico’ at the Paseo Herencia Mall this Saturday. The festivities will include local music, Folkloric dancing, shopping and special treats for young and old.
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The Lutzkers, devoted to Aruba almost as much as they are to each other, celebrate another anniversary on the island
Karen Lutzker and her husband Aaron, married for 54 years, had established one of the very first destination wedding operations to provide wedding planning services for Aruba 37 years ago
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Registration closing this week for the Betico Memorial 10K Run in Sta. Cruz, Aruba
Those who want to participate are requested to register as soon as possible if they want to be standing at the start line in front of Centro Deportivo Betico Croes in Sta. Cruz this Saturday.
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La Vista Restaurant in Aruba offering a special brunch in connection with the “Dia di Betico” celebration
La Vista Restaurant is inviting all to attend the ‘Dia di Betico’ brunch to be held this Sunday. With a varied buffet station, live music entertainment and special prices for kids, La Vista will delight the entire family.
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Aruba’s “Youth Roadmarch King” title once again belongs to “King Size”
The competition, held at Aruba Entertainment Center, took place on Saturday where Aruban teens and children competed for the roadmarch and calypso titles.
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The 2014 Carnaval School Queen Election of the Aruban schools taking place today
Eleven contestants will be competing for the crown, in youth and adult categories, accompanied by special performances by local artists.
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Aruba celebrating “Dia di Betico”, the first national holiday of the year, this Saturday
The cultural holiday, dedicated to the birth of the great historical figure Gilberto Francois, “Betico” Croes, will include an official ceremony, cultural performances and events and activities held at community centers across the island.
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Aruba is proud of Jennifer Piter
Aruba is proud of its weight lifting athlete Jennifer Piter who has won five golden medals at two international tournaments.
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The history behind the Bacchanal: Aruba’s Carnival bible
What started as a school project turned into Aruba’s Carnival bible. The Bacchanal is currently Aruba’s official magazine of Carnival, but was originally created by Friedrich van der Hans as his graduation thesis.
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