Independence
Day and Jump Up Time
Belize: Adorned in Red, White, and Blue,
the sound of the marching bands and the loud trumpets can be heard,
commemorating the history of what has become Belize. Belize is the Land of the
Free, and by listening to Belize’s many national, and historical September
Celebration songs including Belize’s National Anthem, we can feel the vibration
of the drums and the rhythm of the proud patriotic march.
Belize gained its Independence on September
21, 1981 and it was on this day that the Belizean flag was raised, and the
Belize’s National Anthem song by all inhabitants, who proudly called
themselves: ‘Belizeans’ for the very first time. Today, the entire month of
September is packed with events, all aimed at celebrating Belize. This year
September celebration theme is “Belize in you, Belize in me, Land of the Free!”
The Celebration began with the National
Song Competition that was held on Saturday, August 10. On this day Belizeans
gathered to participate in a three-song category competition: Junior,
Patriotic, and Carnival. The winning songs will be used extensively throughout
this year’s September Celebration.
Other popular historical events that will
be taking place this year September includes: Carnival Mass Camp, Queen of the
Bay Pageant, Carnival Queen and King Competition, St. George’s Caye citizen
parade, Carnival Jouvert, Carnival Road March, and on the 20th midnight
Belize Independence Ceremony and fire works display.
For many and myself included September is
one of the best times to celebrate with locals and experience the patriotism of
Belizeans. The Belize Carnival is one of the most colorful, energized, and
creative, event in September. The soca and punta music on this day will have
you shaking your bum as you view the bright, and picturesque costumes. Plan on visiting Belize this September
celebration and experience the festivities on this tropical Caribbean paradise.
Be sure to check out the official Calendar of Events click here.
