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ELECCION DI PRINS CU PANCHO                        14 NOVEMBER 2026

HICARU ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT                       19 NOVEMBER 2026

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THE YOUNG VOICES – THE REUNION                         22 NOVEMBERBER 2026

 

 

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ARUBA CAISO & SOCA MONARCH | Soca Prefinals 2027 – OFFICIAL BAND SEQUENCE

The excitement continues to build! The band lineup is officially out! 16 BANDS | 59 ARTISTS NOVEMBER 11 & 12 2026 CENTRO DI BARIO BRAZIL Yesterday, the official lot drawing for the ARUBA…

ARUBAN SINGER LANDA HENRIQUEZ RETURNS WITH DUAL-RELEASE RANCHERA BALLAD “ACEPTO”

Aruban vocalist Landa Henriquez makes a triumphant return to the music scene this week with the simultaneous release of her latest single, “Acepto,” available in both Spanish and Papiamento versions. Delivering a powerful ranchera…

BERTHA WOLLF CROES RELEASES NEW ALBUM “NO LAGA BO BIDA PASA BAY”

In a crowded room at The Old Cunucu House Restaurant, local artist Bertha Ivonne Wolff-Croes officially launched her latest musical album, titled “No laga bo bida pasa bay” (Don’t Let Your Life Pass You…

A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO VICENTE KELLY AT HOFI SEROE JANCHI

Last Sunday afternoon, Hofi Seroe Janchi hosted a event with rich accordion melodies and vibrant community spirit as musicians, friends, and music lovers gathered for a special tribute honoring the legendary Aruban accordionist, the…

ARUBA’S TALENT SHINES FOR MENTAL WELLNESS AT RESPALDO’S ANNUAL SONG FESTIVAL 2026

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Renaissance Convention Center vibrated with melody, emotion, and unity as Fundacion Salud Mental Aruba (Respaldo) hosted the second edition of Let’s Sing for Mental Health 2.0. Timed around World Mental Health Day, the festival…

ARUBAN JAZZ VOCALIST OSDELLY LACROES AND TRIO CAPTIVATE AUDIENCES AT VENEZUELA’S 4TH EUROVENEZOLANO FESTIVAL DE JAZZ 2026

Aruban music talent took center stage in Venezuela on October 2 and 3, 2026, as vocalist Osdelly Lacroes and a trio Aruban musicians represented the Kingdom of the Netherlands at…

85 YEARS OF MEMORIES AND MUSIC: SAN NICOLAAS CELEBRATES CHARLIE’S BAR IN STYLE

Yesterday evening, San Nicolaas was on fire with high energy, nostalgic warmth, and incredible live music as community members and music lovers gathered to celebrate a historic milestone: the 85th anniversary…

ARUBA CELEBRATES DIA DI BONEIRO IN STYLE AT CLUB BONERIANO

The festivities for Dia di Bonaire continued on Sunday, September 13th, as the Aruban community gathered at Club Boneriano for a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and tradition. The day…

ARUBA CELEBRATES BONAIRE DAY WEEKEND WITH LIVE MUSIC AND THEATER

ORANJESTAD — Aruba was filled with music and cultural unity this weekend as celebrations for Bonaire Day (Dia di Boneiro) kicked off with a packed lineup featuring three musical groups…

BRAZIL WRAPPED UP ITS CULTURAL SEASON IN STYLE WITH THE GRAND PARADA CULTURAL FOLKLORICO 2026

The festivities got underway early in the morning at 10:00 AM, with local food stalls offering a delicious spread of traditional dishes and sweet treats. Later in the afternoon, the…

BRAZIL SHINES WITH CULTURAL ENERGY: LANTERN PARADE SETS STAGE FOR SUNDAY’S GRAND FOLKLORE PARADE

Last night, the streets of Brazil came alive as the Parada cu Lanterna (Lantern Parade) illuminated the neighborhood. The energy was high both on the parade route and among the enthusiastic crowds…

HUBERT YARZAGARAY, A MASTER TAMBU CRAFTSMAN FROM ARUBA HOSTED AN IMMERSIVE WORKSHOP AT THE JFK CENTER OFFERING A FIRSTHAND LOOK AT THE INTRICATE ART OF BUILDING AN AUTHENTIC ARUBAN TAMBU

During the session, attendees learned the traditional techniques, materials, and cultural legacy required to construct this iconic instrument—a crucial element in preserving Aruba’s rich musical heritage and vibrant history. Key…

END OF DRUM CAMP 2026 BY CARLOS BISLIP RECITAL

On Saturday, August 15, the Carlos Bislip Drum Camp 2026 concluded with a recital at the EPI Auditorium. The showcase provided parents and guests with the opportunity to watch the…

GRAND NATIONAL GALA CONCERT AT CENTR DI BARIO BRAZIL HONORS ARUBAN CULTURAL ICONS

Yesterday, Centro di Bario Brazil hosted a grand national Gala concert dedicated to two of Aruba’s greatest cultural legends: Bernadina Growell and Juan Chabaya “Padu” Lampe. The tribute evening brought…

AZUCAR DELIGHTS SENIORS WITH LIVELY NIGHT AT DJIESPIE’S PLACE

ORANJESTAD — Djiespie’s Place, located at the end of Caya Grandi, was filled with music and dancing last Friday evening as Banda Azucar took the stage to entertain the local 60+…

ARUBA FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL 2026 BRINGS RHYTHM AND FLAVOR TO SAN NICOLAS

SAN NICOLAS, ARUBA — Last Saturday, the streets surrounding the historic Nicolas Store transformed into a culinary carnival for the Aruba Food Truck Festival 2026. Locals and tourists alike gathered under the…

FRIENDS AND MUSICIANS RECONNECT AT CHILL CAFE WITH CLAUDIUS PHILLIPS AND OREO

The casual weekend gathering turned into a heartfelt walk down memory lane, with attendees sharing stories and celebrating the unforgettable golden era of local dance parties (fiesta bailable). Musicians who…

HAPPY HOUR AT LA CABANA BRINGS LOCALS AND TOURISTS TOGETHER

La Cabana Beach Resort & Casino hosted a lively special Happy Hour over the weekend, drawing a energetic crowd of both island residents and international visitors. The highlight of the…

FESTIVAL CANTICA DI CAYA 2026 CELEBRATES LOCAL TALENT AND CULTURAL HERITAGE AT CENTRO DI BARIO BRAZIL

BRAZIL, ARUBA — Cultural enthusiasm wat highlight last Saturday night, July 25, 2026, as Centro di Bario Brazil hosted the adult category of the annual Festival Cantica di Caya 2026. Organized by…

SALIXIENNE MARTIS Y LIZIENNE WEBB TA MAXIMO GANADONAN DI FESTIVAL CANTICA DI CAYA INFANTIL Y HUBENIL 2026!

Den cuadro di celebracion di Dia di Brazil na September proximo, Fundacion Chico Harms ta organisa 2 anochi di Festival di Canto di Caya. Diabierna anochi, nos chikitonan y hobennan…

SCOL DI MUSICA RUFO WEVER END-OF-SCHOOL YEAR CONCERT!

Last Saturday, EPB Hato Auditorium was full as it hosted the highly anticipated end-of-school-year concert for Scol di Musica Rufo Wever. Performing to a practically packed house, the students delivered an…

Centro di Bario Noord Ta Celebra 55 Añanan di Historia, Comunidad i Tremendo Musica!

Fin di siman pasa, Centro di Bario Noord a bisti di fiesta pa celebra un milestone masha importante: su di 55 aniversario. Pa mas di mei siglo, e Centro aki a sirbi como…

ARUBA HIGHWINDS 2026: OZONE BRINGS THE THUNDER TO ROCK NIGHT!

The adrenaline wasn’t just on the water last week at Aruba Highwinds 2026. While windsurfers and kitesurfers were tearing up the waves by day, the nights took on a whole different…

FLIP FLOP FESTIVAL 2026 EXPANDS TO TWO NIGHTS: DREAD MAR I OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED FOR FRIDAY NIGHT

The Flip Flop Festival 2026 is officially becoming even bigger. The organizers, Chill Beer and Elite Empire Entertainment, have confirmed that this year’s edition will take place over two nights…

CULTURAL REVIEW: INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY 2026 CELEBRATION IN ARUBA

The closing of Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) reached its peak this year with an exceptional performance at Scratch Kitchen Aruba on April 30. The event did more than just celebrate the universal genre of…

FLIP FLOP FESTIVAL 2026: 12TH EDEITION PROMISES UNPRECEDENTED LUXURY AND “THE DOME” PRE-EVENT EXPERIENCE

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA (April 24, 2026) — Yesterday afternoon, the Elite Empire Entertainment PR team, led by Marc Benson and Laura Molina, officially announced the 12th Edition of the Flip Flop Festival. The Caribbean’s most anticipated beach-vibe festival…

VIBRACION CULTURAL AND ARTE DI TARIMA IGNITE CASIBARI ROCK FORMATION

This past weekend, the iconic boulders of Casibari were transformed into a luminous sanctuary for creativity as “Vibracion Cultural: Arte di Tarima” (Cultural Vibration: Stage Art) was center of attention. The event,…

SMAC HOSTS “THANK YOU PARTY” TO HONOR SUPPORTERS

ORANJESTAD, Aruba — The Stichting Maneho di Aruba su Carnaval (SMAC) recently hosted a festive “Thank You Party” to express its heartfelt gratitude to the diverse group of individuals and organizations…

COMISION NACIONAL PATRIMONIO CULTURAL INTANGIBEL ARUBA WITH FIRST MUSIC SESSION

“The National Commission for Intangible Cultural Heritage Aruba would like to thank everyone who participated this past Saturday in their successful first national consultation. On this occasion, they had the…

CELEBRATING THE CAHA DI ORGEL AT BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL ARUBA

Last Thursday, the National Library of Aruba (Biblioteca Nacional Aruba) hosted a culturally significant event: the public screening of the documentary “Historia y preservacion di caha di orgel di Aruba”. Presented…

INTERVIEW CARLOS BISLIP JR – DRUM CAMP 2026

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