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Pirate’s Week
The National Festival of the Cayman Islands
Beginning with the traditional party at the royal palms site alongside the street dances and festivities, visitors can learn
on Seven mile beach- which includes live bands, and giveaways- more about the beautiful cayman islands. nearly every day during
pirate Week is an 11-day extravaganza taking place november pirates Week is dedicated to the heritage of a different part of the
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, 2008. under the management of Dave martins, pirates cayman islands. if food, and steel-drum music isn’t enough to
Week’s executive Director, this year’s pirates Week marks its 31
st
keep you entertained, there are also plenty of different sporting
anniversary. there’s no mention of pirates in the island’s past. the events to participate in such as tennis matches and ocean swims,
idea for the unique festival comes not from cayman history but is or for mores seasoned athletes, a 10 km run or a 5 km sea swim.
drawn from the old tales to create a fantasy that is a joyous and this one-of-a-kind caribbean festival is sure to please all levels
entertaining annual celebration. of interest.
first timers should know: pirates Week is about a lot more
than just fireworks, parades and street dances. it’s a special time given the growing popularity of the Festival, visitors are
of partying and celebrating that will provide lasting memories. encouraged to make reservations early. For more info, visit
entertainment includes, among others, fireworks, an exciting the Pirates Week Web site at www.piratesweekfestival.com,
underwater treasure hunt and a costume contest, giving wannabe e-mail pirates@candw.ky or call (345) 949-5859.
buccaneers a chance to strut their stuff on the boardwalk. from the
‘children’s fun fair’ to the ‘teen’s own Disco’, the pirates Week
festival is perfect for kids and grown-ups alike. With the exception
of some of the sporting activities, participating in many of the major
events is free of charge.
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