The streets of San Nicolas were transformed into a shimmering kaleidoscope of color and sound last night as the annual Parada di Luz (Parade of Lights) made its triumphant return. Residents and…

SAN NICOLAS, Aruba — The “Sunrise City” lived up to its name yesterday, Sunday, February 8, as the 72nd Aruba Carnival season continued its journey through the streets of San Nicolas. Thousands of…

The streets of Oranjestad pulsed with Soca and LED brilliance last night, February 7, as the  Grand Lighting Parade showcased the island’s premier Carnival groups. For the music community, the parade…

The streets of Noord were transformed into a vibrant sea of color and rhythm yesterday evening as the North International Sunset Parade took center stage. From the early afternoon, the atmosphere was with a…

Oranjestad was absolutely glowing on Sunday afternoon! Our kids brought so much energy, rhythm, and joy to the streets, making this year’s Parada di Mucha one for the books. From the dazzling…

The spirit of San Nicolas was high this past Sunday morning as Aruba crowned its new Soca Monarch for 2026: Lord Lally. In a night defined by high-energy performances and an…

On January 26th, at the Scol di Arte, the 10th edition of the Calypso Heritage Week was organized by Gregory Richardson. During this event, titled “Love and Calypso in a…

In Part 2 of our exclusive sit-down, Lord Lally transports us back to the golden age of Aruban Calypso. This wasn’t just an interview; it was a masterclass in cultural history. As…

Following a high-energy opening, the second night of the Aruba Soca Monarch Pre-Finals at Centro di Bario Brazil kept the momentum surging. While the first night set a high bar, Wednesday evening…

After a high-energy week of the Aruba Soca Monarch pre-finals, the island is buzzing with fresh rhythms for Carnaval 72. Held this past Tuesday and Wednesday nights at the Centro di…

In July 2025, we had the incredible honor of sitting down with a true icon of our culture—the legendary Lord Lally. This wasn’t your typical commercial interview. This was a raw,…

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…