The rhythm of Tumba has spoken! Aruba has officially crowned its new Tumba Kings and Queen for the 72nd Carnival season. In a night filled with excellent arrangements, lyrical wit,…

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – The Carnival Village was on fire last night as the next generation of musical talent took center stage for the Calypso and Roadmarch Festival 2026 Infantil & Hubenil. The…

Aruba’s carnival spirit is heading “p’ariba” (up-south) this year! A major move for Carnaval 72, the Stichting Maneho di Carnaval Aruba (SMAC) has officially announced that all its signature events will…

Aruba’s favorite season is officially here! Carnival 72 came into life yesterday, January 3rd, with a record-breaking Parad’i Flambeu. More than 10,000 participants took to the streets of Oranjestad, lighting up the night and with…

Last Saturday, the Renaissance Convention Center was packed to capacity for Euforia 2025, a spectacular concert headlined by Aruban star Edjean Semeleer. From the moment the doors opened, the venue filled with…

On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the highly anticipated “Juan Luis Guerra Live in Paradise 2025” concert took place at the Aruba Harbour Arena. The event kicked off with entertainment at…

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – December 8, 2025 – The streets of Weststraat in Downtown Oranjestad was alive yesterday, December 7th, as the Vibracion Cultural x Downtown Food & Art Festival successfully attracted a large…

Grupo di Betico started their annual end-of-year Paranda for the 2025 season this past Friday, December 5th. They began the festive celebrations at the  Plaza Cafe, where every year they set a wonderful…

ORANJESTAD — On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Chicas Gaiteras presented a historic performance at a completely packed Renaissance Convention Center. The group held a spectacular Gala Show Concert where the audience remained fascinated…

The concert by OZONE at the “Ban den caya bek” event took place last Friday, October 31st. The Halloween setting helped create a Rock-style Halloween atmosphere. As always, OZONE, with its variety of repertoire, successfully…

Last Sunday, the new tipico  group “AWARRI”organized “Ambiente Cunuco crioyo”. It was a very enjoyable afternoon where the public enjoyed a variety of local criollo food and nice cold drinks. The afternoon featured entertainment from the ‘Bienvenido’  (Caha di orgel), as…

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) recently concluded another successful weekend for its Autentico 2025 festival. The festival started off with “Restaurant Week,” which ran from October 11th to the 17th…

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – October 10, 2025 – Last Saturday, Grupo di Betico launched their most recent music video for the 2025 holiday season, which features a collaboration with the legendary Aruban artist Robert Jeand’or….

Last night, Plaza Cafe buzzed with an energetic atmosphere as Bonaire Day was celebrated with musical performances. The event featured three distinct musical groups, each representing their respective island. For…

Thursday night, the Biblioteca Nacional Aruba hosted a memorable evening filled with the sounds of traditional Aruban music. The event served as a heartfelt tribute to two recently departed figures, Mr. Banchi Koolman and Mr.Roberto…

Last Sunday marked the culmination of a vibrant cultural celebration with the grand cultural parade. A total of 14 groups participated in the parade, each accompanied by traditional music. The streets of…

Last night marked the beginning of a new era for Scol di musica Rufo Wever with a beautiful inaugural concert for its invited guests and the public. The evening featured performances by…

Last night, the bario of Brazil came alive with the vibrant energy of the “Parada cu Lanterna 2025.” The streets were abuzz with excitement as a dazzling parade filled the neighborhood, drawing…

A historic journey has just begun in Aruba with the official launch of the mapping project for its Cultural and Creative Industries. The immense support, energy, and passion received at…

The Carlos Bislip Drum Camp 2025 successfully concluded yesterday, culminating in a student recital that showcased the skills and progress of all the participants. The public was invited to witness…

San Nicolas, Aruba – The Aruba Calypso Showdown 2025, held last night in front of Kulture Cafe, was a resounding success, bringing together 10 talented participants to compete for the…

Last night, at a very pleasant event held at Poets TV studio, the draw for the Calypso showdown took place. The performance order for each singer is as follows: Edwina Werleman…

Last Saturday, the adult category of Festival cantica di caya 2025 continued with a packed house at Centro di Bario Brazil. Participants competed in the Tambu, Traditional, and Folkloric categories….

Last Friday, Centro di bario Brazil played host to the “Festival di Cancion di Caya 2025,” showcasing incredible talent in both the children’s and youth categories. In the children’s category, Hailey…

Yesterday, the Plaza Cafe stage was the setting for Grupo di Betico’s latest music video shoot. Fans from across Aruba gathered to support their favorite group, creating a lively atmosphere. Notably, several…

Biblioteca Nacional Aruba recently hosted “Noche de Tambores” (Night of Drums), an event celebrating the rich history and diverse rhythms of drumming across the Caribbean and South America. The evening…

Last weekend, Scol di musica Rufo Wever presented three evenings of concerts in the intimate hall of Cas di Cultura. The events showcased numerous students performing on various instruments and…

This past weekend, CEDE ARUBA hosted the highly anticipated “Vibracion Cultural” event at the Centro di bario Noord, featuring eight incredible performances over two nights. Friday kicked off with a…

Sendy Loefstop, a new artist, is set to release her new single, “Home,” on June 13, 2025. The song is a heartfelt reflection on her childhood and family, conveying the message, “No…

Last night, the Bibioteca nacional di Aruba hosted the premiere of a short documentary featuring legendary Aruban percussionist, Mr. Herbert “Ebby” Peterson. Ebby is well-known in Aruba; for decades, he…