The week at a glance
All events are free and open to the public, and take place at Fort Oranjestraat unless stated otherwise.
Statia Day 250
| Date & Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue 10 Nov 7:00 PM | Roots & Rhythm |
| Wed 11 Nov 7:00 PM | Gospel Night |
| Thu 12 Nov 7:00 PM | Youth Night |
| Fri 13 Nov 7:00 PM | Diamond Waterfall |
| Sat 14 Nov 7:00 PM | Culture Night |
| Sun 15 Nov 5:00 PM | Drone Light Show - Fort Oranje |
| Sun 15 Nov 7:00 PM | All White on the Rock |
| Mon 16 Nov 7:00 AM | Statia Day 250 Morning Ceremony - Fort Oranje |
| Mon 16 Nov 7:00 PM | Statia Day 250 |
Programme
Roots & Rhythm
Tuesday 10 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Includes the theatrical production “This is Statia” by Aloei School of Performing Arts.
Performances by: DJ Rock, Rosabel Blake, Carlon Lyons, Rhea Courtar, Gayle Descartes, Statia String Band and many more.
Gospel Night
Wednesday 11 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring Caribbean Gospel Award winner Samuel Medas (Guyana).
With: Cloey Bailey, DJ Sense, Ingra Bennett, Symphonia, Witnesses for Christ, Amaraleysha, Leonora Cannegieter, Trimendo, Mr. Dorbeck & Band, Uri Blake, Urisha Blake, Inspire Dance Group and many more.
Youth Night
Thursday 12 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring DJ Ricky G & Category 5 Band.
Performances by: The Dancing and Modeling Pearls, Statia Learning Orchestra, Inspire Dance Group, Daughters of the King Foundation (DOTK), Mega D Youth Foundation (MYF), Aloei Dancers, GVP Choir Ensemble and many more.
Diamond Waterfall
Friday 13 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring NBO (Aruba).
With: Rebels Band, Turbulanzz Band, Encore Band, DJ Fiber, Skinto Sams, Galloway, Jeffrey Sams and 2 Stroke.
Culture Night
Saturday 14 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring Ziggi Recado, Strawl, Big Shen, Shirma Rouse, Mega D and DJ Rock.
Performances by: 5th Floor, Sexy Mona, Lauris and many more.
Drone Light Show
Sunday 15 November · 5:00 PM · Fort Oranje
Statia, look up! For the first time in the island’s history, the sky becomes the stage: lights, colour and sound to mark 250 years of the First Salute.
The programme is held at Fort Oranje. Entry to the fort opens at 5:00 PM and closes at 5:50 PM.
Where to watch: Fort Oranje, Van Tonningenweg, or Lower Town on the Bay. Arriving after 5:50 PM? Head to Van Tonningenweg or Lower Town.
All White on the Rock
Sunday 15 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring Private and Face in concert.
With: Mr. Carty, Daemon Taylor, Shaza B, D Vybzz Band, Dreamerz Muzik, Gerson Herrera, Valentino, DJ Cannon and Josiah Spelman.
Statia Day 250 Morning Ceremony
Monday 16 November · 7:00 AM · Fort Oranje
The official commemoration of 250 years of the First Salute, attended by H.M. King Willem-Alexander.
Arrive between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM to be seated.
Statia Day 250
Monday 16 November · 7:00 PM · Fort Oranjestraat
Featuring Edwin Yearwood & Krosfyah (Barbados), with Jamm Boyzz and DJ Sense.
Music by: Simon Newton, Rob, Joeys Friends, Energy Band, Raisa, Ama, Loca and many more.
The evening culminates in a fireworks display to close the Statia Day 250 celebrations.
Good to know
- Monday 16 November: Arrive between 5:30 and 6:30 AM to be seated for the morning ceremony.
- Sunday 15 November: Entry to Fort Oranje for the Drone Light Show closes at 5:50 PM. You can also watch from Van Tonningenweg or Lower Town on the Bay.
- Admission: Free. All events are open to the public.
- Parking and road closures: TO CONFIRM
- Times and line-ups may change. This page has the latest information. Questions: contact gis@statiagov.com or +599 318 6716.
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