Montserrat: Events

What is happening in Montserrat:

There are some people who feel that time stands still in Montserrat as there, it seems as though it is a very laid-back place. This is very good as visitors get an opportunity to enjoy the outstanding combination of glorious scenery and a natural environment that is conducive for relaxing.

January

• New Year's Day - January 1 - National Holiday

March

• St. Patrick's Week (Mid March)

St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland is still commemorated here in memory of the Irish settlers and Montserrat's Irish heritage. March 17th is also a notable as the day when the island's slaves staged a revolt and marched on Government House. The wearing of the green, the shamrock and the singing of Irish songs emphasize the Irish connection.

April

• Easter Holidays - Good Friday Easter Sunday and Easter Monday (Easter Holidays are either in late March or early April)

May

May through July is noted for the Leeward Islands Cricket Tournament.

June

• Queen's Birthday Parade - June 14

This is the official birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Local visitors and locals gather in the park for the parade of all uniformed bodies on the island. His Excellency the Governor takes the salute as the uniformed groups march past.

August

• Emancipation Day - First Monday in August

This commemorates the emancipation of the slaves; this is a day of festive celebrations. The day is filled with picnics and barbecues near the beaches. There are water sports competitions and local festivities.

December

• Christmas Day - December 25
• Boxing Day - December 26