Hashtag: #May24thHoliday
City Urges Parade Spectators To Be Responsible
The City of Hamilton is reminding parade spectators that hot coals or any type of barbecues are not permitted on City sidewalks and they encourage the public to take all of their belongings and trash away with them after the event on Friday [May 24]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Day Weekend is upon us and the City of Hamilton reminds parade... Read more of this article
Bermuda Day Holiday Garbage Collection
The Ministry of Public Works is advising of the following garbage collection changes due to the Bermuda Day holiday. Garbage normally collected Friday May 24, 2019 will be collected Saturday May 25, 2019. Recycling collection for Friday May 24, 2019 will also be collected on Saturday May 25, 2019. Public drop off hours for the Tynes Bay Waste Facility... Read more of this article
Road Sobriety Checkpoints On May 24th Holiday
According to today’s Official Notices, the Bermuda Police Service will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints from Thursday, May 23rd to Sunday, May 26th, with the checkpoints set to take place in Hamilton parish, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick and Southampton. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice 2019 follows below [PDF here]: Related... Read more of this article
BTA Offering ‘VIP Bermuda Day Experience’
In partnership with the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, the BTA has “created a new visitor experience” that will allow Bermuda Day “parade goers to not only watch the parade in style, but also to become a part of the procession.” The BTA said, “For Bermuda Day next week, thousands of revellers will fill... Read more of this article
Bermuda Day Parade To Start From Front Street
The Ministry of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports today [May 12] shared the 2019 Bermuda Day Parade route – which will be starting along Front Street this year. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs notes that currently there are just over 50 parade entries – this includes Gombey troupes, majorettes, floats,... Read more of this article
Video: People Already Marking Spots For May 24
It may be over two weeks away, but people are already claiming ‘their spots’ for the upcoming Bermuda Day holiday, with numerous markings to be seen on parts of the race and parade routes. There are multiple spots marked on the always popular Cedar Avenue location, as well as other locations along the route, as the long standing unofficial... Read more of this article
Minister Highlights Heritage Month Events
May 1st signals the start of Heritage Month, and with this year’s theme being ‘Bermudian Excellence,’ the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs have a number of activities planned to celebrate Bermuda’s culture. Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said, “The aim of Heritage Month is to use the arts... Read more of this article
BDA Rifle & Drill Team Prepare For Bermuda Day
The Bermuda Rifle and Drill Team [BRDT] are preparing for the annual Bermuda Day Parade which includes marching practice and regular work-outs at Positive Results Gym. A spokesperson said, “The BRDT are here at Positive Results Gym working out with CSgt Sergio White who has assisted Sgt Symons for the past 6 years in getting the Drill Team in... Read more of this article
Heritage Month Theme: Bermudian Excellence
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs today unveiled their theme for Heritage Month 2019 - Bermudian Excellence. “In 1979, following the recommendations of the Pitt Report, Bermuda celebrated its first Bermuda Day which united the community and provided a source of national pride,” explained the Minister of Labour, Community Affairs... Read more of this article
Bermuda Rifle & Drill Team Now Recruiting
The Bermuda Rifle and Drill Team are now recruiting for the 2019 Bermuda Day Parade with registration set to take place on Thursday, November 29th at Warwick Camp. A spokesperson said, “The aim of the registration is to allow women on the Island to come together and experience the Drill Team which is full of positive vibes. The Drill Team is based... Read more of this article
Minister Presents Bermuda Day Float Awards
Minister of Social Development and Sports Michael Weeks hosted an awards ceremony today [May 30] at City Hall for the 2018 Bermuda Day Heritage Parade float winners. Minister Weeks said, “Let me begin by first commending all the groups who took part in the spectacular Bermuda Day Parade on Friday! “From the dazzling costumes and choreography showcased... Read more of this article
Photos: Floats At Bermuda Day Parade
Colourful floats representing the cultural diversity of modern Bermuda took to the streets last Friday, May 25 for the annual Bermuda Day Parade, continuing an island tradition that has been held since 1979, historically featuring floats, dance groups, majorettes, Gombeys, marching bands, and more. Awards: Natural Heritage Float- 1st - Vasco Da Gama... Read more of this article
Photo Set #3: Bermuda Day Heritage Parade
Floats, dance groups, majorettes, Gombeys, marching bands and more took to Hamilton streets yesterday [May 25] for the annual Bermuda Day Heritage Parade, continuing an island tradition that has been held since 1979. . In the official Bermuda Day booklet, Premier David Burt in part said “Bermuda Day is one of my favorite Bermuda holidays. There... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & Results: Half Marathon Derby
Clocking respective times of 1:14:41 and 1:33:20, Lamont Marshall and Nikki Butterfield won yesterday’s [May 25] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby. The Bermuda Pacers Track Club team won the Club/Corporate Team relay division in a time of 1.22.45 while team Thicker Than A Snicker won the Open Teams relay division with a time of 1.23.01. The Saltus... Read more of this article
Bermuda Day Heritage Parade Float Winners
Thousands of people lined the streets for the Bermuda Day Parade, which included a number of intricately decorated floats, and the winners have been officially announced. Awards: Natural Heritage Float- 1st - Vasco Da Gama Club Natural Heritage Float- 2nd - Sandys Secondary Middle School Natural Heritage Float- 3rd - Prospect Primary School Art... 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 today [May 25] as thousands of people lined the streets for the always-popular Bermuda Day Heritage Parade. The parade got underway this afternoon with dignitaries watching from their Cedar Avenue location and the rest of the route filled... Read more of this article
