MOT's Christmas Village at Arawak Cay Opens
The Ministry of Tourism continues its month-long celebration of Christmas with the opening of its Bahamian Christmas Village at Arawak Cay.
The Christmas Village, which opened to the public on Monday, is an exciting venue for Bahamians and visitors to gather and enjoy a Bahamian Christmas.
Guests were treated to performances from the Prison Marching Band, the National Youth Choir, The Rhythm Band, LeChic Female Dancers, Puzzle and the Shell Saxon Superstars.
The Christmas Village is open to the public every weeknight from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. showcasing authentic Bahamian gifts and Christmas decorations, mouthwatering holiday treats and great Bahamian entertainment.
Each night will showcase a new and exciting event for visitors and locals alike.
“Christmas is a festive time and we in the Ministry of Tourism want to share our culture with visitors in a uniquely Bahamian way. The Christmas Village at Arawak Cay is a fantastic event in that we get to Rake N Scrap in the Christmas with our visitors. We are also showcasing a different Junkanoo group each night. Think of it as a preview for what is to come on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day during our annual Junkanoo parades. If you are in Nassau in December join us for some good Bahamian food and entertainment,” Director General in the Ministry of Tourism Joy Jibrilu said.
On Tuesday, the Christmas Village will feature the Defence Force Marching Band, the Urban Renewal Pop Band, a selection from the Eva Hilton Primary School and CCAMI liturgical dancers and the Rahming Brothers. The night will end with an electrifying rushout from the Genesis Warhawks.
On Wednesday, the village will feature performances from the Urban Renewal Marching Band, LeChic Dancers, Tropical Depression, Ancient Man and a rushout from Colors Junkanoo group. Ronald Simms and Sawyer Boy will host the evening.
Thursday will feature the Bahamas Allstars Marching Band, Pure Dance Ministries, Howard Bethel Dance School, Alia Coley, Bahamas Faith Ministries Praise Team and a rushout from One Family.
The first Friday at the village will feature the Prison Marching Band, Kingdom Mime Ministries, the Ministry of Tourism’s choir, Rhythm Revolution, Nita and a rushout from the Valley Boys.
Monday through Friday there is something for every family member in the Christmas Village.
The first 100 kids will get to choose a gift from under the Christmas tree each evening. Santa Claus and his helpers will also be on hand for photos. There will be a bouncing castle, a Christmas arts and crafts stations and much more.
For the adults, electrifying cultural performances will take place each evening featuring drama, dance, and music. Locals and visitors can expect performances by the best in Bahamian entertainment.
For the food lovers, there will be cooking demonstrations of all of your favourite Bahamian Christmas dishes by noted local chefs and sampling of delicious Christmas delights.
The Christmas Village at Arawak Cay is a one-stop shop for all of your holiday needs featuring a variety of artisans selling unique Bahamian gifts and Christmas decorations.
The Ministry of Tourism wraps up its Christmas celebrations on the eve of Christmas Eve. On December 23 all roads lead to the Thomas A Robinson Stadium for the most exciting Christmas football game, the Popeyes Bahamas Bowl.
For more information, visit www.tourismtoday.com/events.