Camana Bay, Grand Cayman (25 November 2013): The most wonderful time of the year is here and Camana Bay is celebrating with a whirlwind of festive events  and activities the whole family can enjoy. From beloved favourites like Cayman 27’s Parade of Lights, to new traditions including a starlit dance recital, getting into the Christmas spirit is easy at Camana Bay. So mark your calendar for some  holiday cheer and delight in the magic of the season.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Light Up a Life

Join Cayman HospiceCare for a candlelight community memorial ceremony  celebrating the lives of lost loved ones.

Tuesday 26 November  5:30-7pm, Cassia Court

Pink Ladies Bazaar

This beloved annual charity fundraiser features a craft and bake sale along with stirring performances by the National Choir and Orchestra.

Saturday 30 November  2-5pm,  The ARC

Christmas Community Parade

Singers, dancers and musicians share  artistic talents in this extravaganza courtesy  of Barnes  Dance Academy.

Saturday  30 November  6:30pm,  The Crescent

Christmas Evening Market

Enjoy the flavour of a traditional Caymanian Christmas as local farmers and artisans line Market Street  with fresh produce, handcrafted products and Christmas goodies.

Wednesday 4 December 3:30-8pm, Market Street

The Snow Queen

Internationally renowned storytellers Barry Marshall and Jeri Burns – The Storycrafters – perform the classic Hans Christian Andersen  fairy tale.

Thursday 5 December 7-8pm,  The Crescent

Cayman 27’s Parade of Lights

Boats aglow with thousands of brightly coloured lights parade through The Harbour against a soundtrack of choirs while a Christmas market charms  with local food and crafts. Enjoy an expansive viewing area including ample tiered seating at the new location on The Festival Green.

Saturday  7 December 6-8pm,  The Festival Green

Cayman Artisans’ Market

From pottery and batiks to woodwork  and mosaics, check  off your gift list with artisanal products made  in Cayman.

Saturday  14 December 11am-3pm, Gardenia Court

Drum Circle End of Year Jam

Local musicians celebrate a vibrant year with a drum choral unlike any Pa Rum Pum Pum Pum you’ve ever heard.

Saturday  14 December 4-6pm,  Jasmine Court

Cayman Youth Choir Concert

Hearts are sure to swell when more than 100 children perform holiday favourites live on The Crescent. Saturday  14 December 7-8pm,  The Crescent 6th  Annual Mistletoe All White Christmas Party

Don your best winter whites and dance the night away at the hottest  party of the season in aid of Feed Our Future.

Friday 20 December 5pm-2am, Abacus

Miss Jackie’s Christmas Recital

Visions of sugar  plum fairies under the stars;  students from Miss Jackie’s School of Dance perform holiday classics.

Saturday  21 December 6:30-7:30pm, The Crescent

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Ring in 2014 with fireworks over The Harbour that earn the term “spectacular.” For the early show, families can relax on The Crescent or dine alfresco at one of the signature Camana Bay restaurants for the best  seats in the house.  Later on tuck the kids into bed and come  out for a grown up celebration on The Crescent with music, dancing, live streaming of the Times Square  ball drop and waterfront bars for those  midnight toasts. Tuesday 31 December 7pm and Midnight (two shows), The Crescent

WEEKLY FESTIVITIES

Moonlight & Movies Holiday Series

Enjoy holiday classics on the big screen during the countdown to Christmas. Settle in under a blanket of stars  against the twinkling lights of The Harbour for a truly magical movie night.

Every Tuesday  26 November  – 17 December 7pm, The Crescent

26 November            Arthur Christmas (PG, 2011)

3 December               A Charlie Brown Christmas (G, 1965) Frosty the Snow Man (G, 1969) Merry Madagascar (G, 2009

10 December                         How the Grinch Stole Christmas (PG, 2000)

17 December                         White Christmas (1954) Snow Days

Snow in Cayman?  Only at Camana Bay! Witness the look of joy and wonder on little faces as magical snowflakes fill the air.

Every Tuesday  and Thursday 26 November  – 24 December 5-7pm  and Every Saturday  30 November  – 21

December 3-5pm,  Gardenia Court

Santa  Photos

Children (and parents) are invited to perch  on Santa’s knee and have their picture taken by professional photographers with photos available for purchase.

Traditional Santa  Photos

Join the jolly old elf in his full red and white regalia to whisper wishes and snap  memories in Gardenia Court. Every Thursday 28 November  – 19 December 5-7pm,  Gardenia Court

Caribbean Santa  Photos

Father Christmas goes  island style with a tropical shirt, shorts  and sun-drenched photos on The Island. Every Saturday  30 November  – 21 December 3-5pm,  The Island

Kids’ Christmas Creations

Those clever elves from Starfish Village entertain children with seasonal crafts while parents can nip away to supplement Santa’s gift list.

Every Saturday  30 November  – 21 December 3-5pm,  Gardenia Court

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Photo Caption:  With special visits from Santa  Claus and even enchanting flurries of snow, Christmas at Camana Bay is truly magical.