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Photos: 2024 Bermuda Day Float Awards
The Department of Culture held its Bermuda Day Float and Fund Awards ceremony at the Bermuda National Gallery, with Minister Owen Darrell presenting certificates to awardees across various categories. This year’s award winners are: Natural Heritage Float: 1st – Department of Culture Upcycled Float: 1st – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,... Read more of this article
Minister On The Energy Of Bermuda Day
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell spoke about Bermuda Day, saying “this year’s event was truly a celebration of our culture, our resilience, and our community spirit.” Minister Darrell said, “This year the sun shone brightly upon us, providing the perfect setting for a parade that was nothing short of spectacular.... Read more of this article
Photos: Attendees At 2024 Bermuda Day Parade
Thousands of people — some of whom camped out from the night before — lined the streets of Hamilton for the always-popular Bermuda Day events, with the day starting off with the running and cycling races, and then continuing with the Heritage Parade which saw Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes, marching bands, floats, and more make... Read more of this article
Results Of Three Races On Bermuda Day
As part of the island-wide Bermuda Day celebrations, multiple races were held on Friday [May 24], including the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby, the Heritage Day Junior Classic, and the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race. The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby saw Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey race to victory, Sanchez Smith and Naomi MacGuinness won the Heritage... Read more of this article
Photos: Gombeys In Bermuda Day Parade
Always a highlight in the Bermuda Day parade, the island’s iconic Gombeys thrilled the crowds with their performances. You can view all our coverage of Gombeys here, and all of our coverage of Bermuda Day here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day... Read more of this article
Photos & Results: Bermuda Day Float Winners
The Department of Culture announced this year’s Bermuda Day float winners. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will note that there were more than 66 entries in this year’s parade. This was the most participants in the last 10 years. “And against the backdrop of a successful day of energy, culture and tradition, today... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: Bermuda Day Heritage Parade
Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes, marching bands and more made their way through the streets of Hamilton as thousands of people lined the streets for the always-popular Bermuda Day Heritage Parade. The parade got underway in the afternoon, following the cycling and half-marathon races, which were held earlier in the day. You can view all our... Read more of this article
Minister: ‘Violence Is Utterly Unacceptable’
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has expressed “deep sympathy and concern following the tragic incidents that marred Bermuda Day celebrations yesterday.” “On what should have been a joyous day of national celebration, our community was shaken by two senseless acts of violence, which I condemn,” stated Minister Weeks. “My... Read more of this article
Photo Set #1: Bermuda Day Heritage Parade
Thousands of people lined the streets for the always-popular Bermuda Day Heritage Parade which saw Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes, marching bands, floats, and more make their way through the streets of Hamilton. The parade got underway in the afternoon, following the cycling and half-marathon races, which were held earlier in the day. For... Read more of this article
Live Video & Updates: 2024 Bermuda Day Events
[Updating] The 2024 Bermuda Day holiday is set to take place today [May 24] and we will be bringing you live text, photo and video updates as able. Links to Bermuda Day information Schedule of events [link] Parade line-up [link] Traffic control & road closures [link] Trash collection advisory [link] All Bermuda Day Coverage [link] Dedicated BDADay.com... Read more of this article
Photos: 2024 Bermuda Day Running Races
Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey won Friday’s [May 24] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, with both crossing the line in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd, and today’s festivities also included a youth and senior races. You can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here. For... Read more of this article
BermudAir Appreciate Students Parade
BermudAir’s team said they were “graced with a heartwarming and fun tribute from young students at St. George’s Preparatory Primary School on Wednesday.” A spokesperson said, “A group of students wished to portray BermudAir ‘s crew in recognition of the carrier being the only locally based airline. The BermudAir team was... Read more of this article
