| March 29-31 |
THE BOSS DRAG WAR SUPER SERIES DRAG RACE
A national point series events rates local competitor in a drag race held at Palo Marga International Raceway Park in San Nicolas. Contact Roland Arends at Tel.(297)-594-322/ Fax. (297) 587-3884. E-mail draginaruba@hotmail.com or go to www.arubadrag.com |
| April 6 |
GOOD FRIDAY
Official holiday |
| April 8-9 |
EASTER SUNDAY AND EASTER MONDAY
Official holidays |
| April 26-28 |
ROYAL NATIONALS DRAG RACE
International competitors compete in a drag racing event organized by the Aruba Drag Race Foundation (ADRF). Contact Roland Arends at Tel. (297) 584-0322 Fax. (297)587-3884. E-mail draginaruba@hotmail.com or go to www.arubadrag.com for additional information.
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| April 28-May 5 |
ADULT BOWLING INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT 2007
Bowlers participate in categories including mix teams, ladies and gents leagues. The tournament, with the participation of host hotels La Cabana and The Mill resort, is held at the Eagle Bowling Palace in Pos Abao. Contact Lily Arends at Tel. ( 297) 582-6443 / Fax. (297) 583-6310 or E-mail: lillyputters@setarnet.aw for additional information. |
| April 30 |
QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY
An official, government ceremony paying honor to Queen Beatrix is followed by numerous sporting events and family-friendly celebrations. Sports competitions, kite flying contests and fun-filled activities are held at various sites, including community centers. |
| April 30 |
45th RBTT INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD RACE (10K)
Aruba's most popular running race draws over 200 competitors from countries including Aruba, Venezuela, Colombia, Netherlands Antilles, the US and Holland. The 10K event starts at 5:30 pm on L.G. Smith Blvd and ends at the Aruba Ports Authority parking lot. Entry forms will be issued in February. Contact IDEFRE at Tel. (297) 582-4987 or Fax. (297) 583-6478 or E-mail: arubatriathlon@hotmail.com or idefre@setarnet.aw for additional Information. |
| May 1 |
LABOR DAY
Official holiday |
| May 17 |
ASCENSION DAY
Official holiday |
| May 17-20 |
ARUBA WINE & FOOD MUSIC FESTIVAL 2007
Third annual wine and food tasting event that includes, a pastry showcase featuring CHOCOLATE with pastry Chef Pascal Cherance, Dinner cooked by a celebrity Chef served Dom Perignon and a tribute concert to a well known artist or band. This year will feature a tribute to Frank Sinatra. Contact Franz Sydow at Tel. ( 297) 586-4466 ext. 2104 / Fax. ( 297) 586-9286 or e-mail franz.sydow@westin.com for additional information. |
| June 1-3 |
ARUBA BEACH TENNIS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
An international tennis tournament held at Moomba Beach. Contact Sjoerd de Vries at (297) 593-6512 or Aruba Tennis (297) 583-7074/ Fax. (297) 588-4278 e-mail sjoerd@tennisaruba.com or go to www.arubabeachtennis.com for additional information. |
| June 24 |
DERA GAI (ST. JOHN'S DAY)
Aruba's harvest festival is now a cultural celebration featuring traditional song and dance. The symbol of the rooster and bright yellow and red costumes are central to celebrations held at various locations, including community centers. |
| June 24 |
22nd ARUBA'S INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON
International competitors participate in a triathlon including a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike race and a 10 km run. More than 100 athletes are expected to participate in the event, hosted by the Aruba Triathlon Association. For registration and more information contact IDEFRE at Tel. (297)582- 4987, Fax. (297)583- 6478 or E-mail arubatriathlon@hotmail.com or idefre@setarnet.aw |
| June 27- July 3 |
21st ARUBA HI-WINDS
Aruba's trade winds provide the perfect conditions for an exciting windsurf and kite boarding competition. One of the most popular amateur competitions in the Caribbean, sailors from various countries participate in categories of men, women, juniors, masters, free style and Kite. Competitions are held off the beaches at Fisherman's Hut at Hadicurari. Contact ATA Special Events at Tel: (297) 582-3777 / Fax. (297) 583-7403, E-mail a.boekhoudt@aruba.com or visit the Website: www.aruba.com or www.aruba-hiwinds.org for additional information. |
| June 29 - 30 |
ARUBA SUPER SERIES BRACKET DRAG RACE
The Aruba Super Series Bracket Drag Race is a national point series event that takes place at Palo Marga International Raceway Park in San Nicolas. Contact Roland Arends at Tel. (297) 584-0322. Fax. (297) 587-3884 E-mail draginaruba@hotmail.com or go to www.arubadrag.com for additional information. |
| July 6 |
GREEN ZONE FESTIVAL
A concert series featuring musical stars from the Caribbean and Latin American region. For information contact Mr.Ruben Garcia at Tel: (297) 582-9093, Fax (297) 583-0778 or e-mail specprom@hotmail.com
Venue: TBA |
| July 6 - 7 |
14th ANNUAL ARUBA REEF CARE PROJECT
A clean-up of the island's most popular beaches, dive and snorkel sites helps raise awareness for a clean marine environment. With over 800 participants, including local residents and visitors from around the world, it is the island's largest volunteer environmental initiative. Contact the Aruba Tourism Authority at Tel. (297) 582-3777 / Fax. (297) 583-7403 or e-mail c.perez@aruba.com for additional information. |
| July 8-14 |
12th YOUTH BOWLING INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT 2007
Young bowlers participate in mixed teams in categories including Pee Wee, Junior and Youth leagues. The tournament, with the participation of host hotels La Cabana and The Mill resort, is held at the Eagle Bowling Palace in Pos Abao. Contact Lily Arends at Tel. ( 297) 582-6443 /Fax. (297) 583-6310 or E-mail: lillyputters@setarnet.aw for additional information. |
| Aug. 23-27 |
12th ARUBA INTERNATIONAL PRO-AM GOLF TOURNAMENT
Professional and amateur golfers team up in a 2-day, 36-hole tournament featuring gifts, prizes and special events. Contact Tierra Del Sol at Tel. (297) 586-7800 / Fax. (297) 586-4970 or e-mail Oliver.riding@tierradelsol.com .More information can also be obtained through ATA Special Events at Tel. (297) 582-377 / Fax. (297) 583-7403 or e-mail a.boekhoudt@aruba.com |
| Aug. 30-31-Sept. 1 |
ONE COOL SUMMER INTERNATIONAL DRAG RACE
An international drag race and qualifying competition marks the end of the Summit Super Series 2006. Drag races take place at the Palo Marga International Raceway Park. Contact Roland Arends at Tel. (297) 584-0322/ Fax. (297) 587-3884 E-mail draginaruba@hotmail.com or go to www.arubadrag.com for additional information. |
| September 9 |
TURIBANA TO SANTA CRUZ 10K RACE
Open road race that starts at 6:00 am from the bakery of Panaderia del Campo, in Noord, and finishes at the Betico Croes Sports Complex (Compleho Deportico Betico Croes) in Santa Cruz. Registration begins as of August 1, 2007. Contact IDEFRE Tel. (297)-582-4987 or Fax: (297)-583-6478, E-mail: idefre@setarnet.aw or idefre@hotmail.com for additional information or registration. |
| Sept. 25- Oct. 2 |
ULTIMATEBET.COM ARUBA POKER CLASSIC & BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT
A no limit Texas Hold'em poker tournament that brings together players from all over the world to compete for millions of dollars. Prior celebrity participants have included Ben Affleck and Jennifer Tilly. The Ultimate Bet's 2007 event is part of the 7th season of the World Poker Tour program, which airs on the Travel Channel & CBS The tournament will takes place at the Radisson Aruba Resort & Casino. Contact Eva at email Eva.McEntire@LoudVision.com for additional information. |
| October 5-6 |
6th ARUBA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Concert series featuring established, international music stars. Headliners of past festivals included such musical greats as Pat Benatar, the Doobie Brothers, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Chicago, Jackson Browne, John Mayer, Peter Frampton, Queen plus Paul Rogers, Styx and Lionel Richie. Contact ATA Special Events at Tel: (297) 582-3777.Fax (297) 583-7403 or go to www.aruba.com or e-mail ata.aruba@aruba.com for additional information. Venue: TBA |
| October 7 |
ARUBA FIRE DEPARTMENT 5K & 10K RUN
A 5K and 10K race, following a circular route, beginning and ending at the Fire House in Tanki Flip, is open to all runners. The race begins at 5:30pm. Registration starts on September 1, 2007. Contact IDEFRE Tel. (297)-582-4987 or Fax: (297)-583-6478 E-mail: idefre@setarnet.aw or idefre@hotmail.com for additional information or registration. |
| October 28 |
OCTOBER FEST 2007
A concert series featuring musical stars from Aruba and the Caribbean region. For information contact Mr.Ruben Garcia at Tel: (297) 582-9093, Fax (297) 583-0778 or e-mail specprom@hotmail.com
Venue: Don Elias Mansur Ballpark |
| November 2-4 |
ARUBA BEACH TENNIS INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Aruba is among the first to host an international tournament in the new sport of beach tennis. Competitions will be held on Eagle Beach, across from Chalet Suisse Restaurant. Contact Sjoerd de Vries at (297) 593-6512 or Aruba Tennis (297) 583-7074/ Fax. (297) 588-4278 e-mail sjoerd@tennisaruba.com or go to www.arubabeachtennis.com for additional information. |
Nov.6-13-20
Nov.7-14-21
Nov.8-15-22 |
PAINTING WORKSHOP FOR TOURISTS BY GUSTAVE NOUEL
Series of painting workshops given by Aruba's international painter Gustave Nouel showing you the basics of painting and how to explore the secrets of mixing colors in a harmonious way. Contact Multi Media at Tel. (297) 583-9039 / Fax. (297) 583-0102 or e-mail info@multimedia.aw More information can also be obtained through ATA Special Events at Tel. (297) 582-377 / Fax. (297) 583-7403 or e-mail a.boekhoudt@aruba.com |
| Nov. 2-3 |
PALO MARGA FINALS SPEED WEEKEND
A national point series event held at Palo Marga International Raceway Park in San Nicolas. Contact Roland Arends at Tel. (297) 584-0322 / Fax. (297) 587-3884 E-mail draginaruba@hotmail.com or go to www.arubadrag.com for additional information. |
| November 3-9 |
3TH ANNUAL ARUBA KLM OPEN TOURNAMENT
Competitors, primarily from the Netherland, participate in a tournament held at The Links at Divi All Inclusive Resort and Tierra del Sol. Contact Tierra Del Sol at Tel. (297) 586-7800/ Fax. (297) 586-4970 e-mail tierra.rent@setarnet.aw or go to www.tierradelsol.com . |
| November 7-11 |
26th INTERNATIONAL VETERAN TENNIS CLASSIC
Veteran tennis players from the US, Germany, Virgin Islands, St. Croix Bonaire, Curacao, Venezuela, Trinidad & Tobago and Aruba participate in a tournament held at the Aruba Racquet Club. Contact Humphrey Hose at Tel. (297) 586-0215, Fax. (297) 586-0219 or e-mail arctennisclub@setarnet.aw |
| November 9-17 |
17th ARUBA HEINEKEN CATAMARAN REGATTA
Celebrating its 17th anniversary, this annual international catamaran regatta will decorate Aruba's turquoise waters with the colorful sails of catamarans from Europe. Contact ATA Special Events at Tel. (297) 582-3777 /Fax. (297) 583-7403 or e-mail a.boekhoudt@aruba.com or go to www.aruba.com or www.arubaregatta.com for additional information. |
| December 5 |
SAINT NICOLAS DAY
Children receive gifts on the birthday of "Sinterklaas" (Saint Nicolas). Sinterklaas, dressed in bishop's robes and accompanied by his "Zwarte Pieten" (helpers), officially arrives in Aruba a couple of weeks before his birthday. His arrival by boat at Paardenbaai Harbor in Oranjestad is celebrated with great fanfare. Brass bands head the parade through downtown Oranjestad as children enjoy their first glimpse of the season of Sinterklaas. Treats of spice cookies and candies are passed out to the children by his helpers. In the days before December 5, hopeful children leave out shoes and treats for Sinterklaas' white horse in anticipation of Sinterklaas' nighttime arrival. Sinterklaas and his helpers are often spotted during the daytime at events sponsored by schools and commercial establishments. |
| December 25 |
CHRISTMAS
Official holiday |
| December 26 |
BOXING DAY
Official holiday |
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