Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2017 | Page 209

EVENTS
JULY 2
Curacao Flag Day
Official ceremonies mark the
commemoration of Curaçao’s Flag. Visitors
get to experience an authentic island event
with food festivals and neighbourhood
festivities also being part of this celebration.
AUGUST 17
Commemoration of the
1795 Slave Uprising
Music and cultural presentations to observe
the 1795 slave uprising which was led by the
island’s local hero Tula is held annually.
SEPTEMBER 27
to
OCTOBER 1
Curacao Pride 2017
Celebrate Curaçao’s 5th Gay Pride
observance with parties, activities, beach fun
and Pride parade.
SEPTEMBER 16 - 17
Amnesia Music Festival
Parasasa Beach comes alive with one of
the most anticipated music festivals on the
island.
Photo Credit: TtjaBeljan