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Utila Carnival 2011! “Back to the Basics”
Utila Carnival (Carnaval de Utila) 2011 will take place the first week of August.
The Carnival is a multiday event, starting with the election of the Carnival Queen and then continuing with street parties throughout the island of Utila, which are generally held at Sandy Bay, The Point, Cola Mico. Final grand celebration is Saturday, with the parade through town in the morning and big party in the evening.
This year’s focus will be “Back to the Basics”. It will be a simplified version of Carnival, focussing on the island and the communities. Events are planned for Thursday August 4, Friday August 5, Saturday August 6, and Sunday August 7.
Thursday, Aug 4 and Friday August 5: The Point Carnvalitios (Neighborhood celebrations to take place at various locations. Schedule still coming, but will likely include, The Point, Cola Mico, Sandy Bay
Saturday, August 6: Carnival Parade and Main Caraval Celebration in town centerevening
Sunday, August 7: Coronation of Miss Playa
Also remember that Sunjam Utila 2011 is Saturday August 6, so the island will likely be very full that week and weekend! If planning to come, make your plans now for a fun filled celebration week in Utila!
More info: Carnival organizer is Michelle with the Municipal. If you are interested in help organize, send her a message at queen.conch@yahoo.com
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