Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
During public holidays, expect all government offices and most re-
tail establishments to close.
January 1
...............................NewYear's Day
February/March
.........................AshWednesday
March/April
................................Good Friday
March/April
.............................Easter Monday
Mid-May
.................................Discovery Day
Mid-June
..............................Queen's Birthday
July
(first Monday).......................Constitution Day
Early November
......................Remembrance Day
December 25
.............................Christmas Day
December 26
................................Boxing Day
Festival Calendar
You'll find plenty of rollicking festivals throughout the year. Here's a sam-
pling of some that are planned annually. For more about any Cayman
events, call the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism,
800-346-3313
or 345-949-0623 or see www.caymanislands.ky.
January
Annual Cancer Awareness Week, Grand Cayman
- This annual
event is sponsored by Cable and Wireless and includes a half-marathon
walk, candlelight vigil, and more.
February
Mardi Gras Parade, Little Cayman
- This annual event welcomes par-
ticipants in the parade, which begins at Head 'O Bay and continues to the
airport.
CIBC Valentine's Mile Run, Grand Cayman
- This event, now in its
15th year, is a favorite with runners. Contact John Cummings,
345-949-
8666.
Annual Orchid Show, Grand Cayman
- Held at the Queen Elizabeth II
Botanic Park, this annual show is sponsored by the Cayman Islands Or-
chid Society and the park. Along with orchid displays, the event includes
lectures on these plants, orchids for sale, and demonstrations. For more
information,
345-947-9462.
