Topic: Fireworks

The inclusion of national symbols such as the coat of arms and faces of Cayman's national heroes aimed to foster pride and a deeper sense of appreciation for individuals who laid the foundation for the Cayman Islands.

Dozens of fireworks displays lit up the night sky over Cayman as the islands welcomed 2026 with a bang. 

George Town surrendered to cannon fire, cutlasses and carefully choreographed chaos on Saturday, as Pirates Week delivered its signature spectacle, the Pirates Landing, on the waterfront in Hog Sty Bay.

For such a small country, Cayman excels at fireworks displays, and New Year’s Eve offers some excellent viewing options for those looking for a show.

Fireworks lit up the sky over Camana Bay on the night of Monday's public holiday to celebrate Cayman's Constitution Day.

The ease of access and relative personal freedom to enjoy the use of fireworks when and where one feels, has made them a mainstay in Cayman’s celebrations. However, the Cayman Islands Fire Service is reminding the public to take care when using fireworks. Fire Service officials say young children should never be allowed to handle fireworks, and older children should be closely supervised when using them. Do not use fireworks while drunk or impaired, and never light them indoors. Fire official also warn against holding lighted fireworks in your hands, and never point or throw fireworks at another person.

Fireworks erupt at Camana Bay on Monday night as part of the celebrations for the Constitution Day public holiday.

Those who are not away for the public holiday weekend can head to Camana Bay on Monday evening.

As the holidays approach, the Civil Aviation Authority has released a reminder for those who want to celebrate by flying drones, putting on fireworks and light displays, and releasing sky lanterns.

The year 2018 marks the 60th anniversary of the Cayman Island’s Coat of Arms and Celebrate Cayman, an organization within the Cayman Island’s government, is hosting a cultural extravaganza to kick off the summer holidays and mark this momentous occasion.

If you got a drone for Christmas or were planning on launching a Chinese lantern for New Year’s Eve, aviation authorities warn there are guidelines that must be followed.

Changes approved for Pirates Week in its 40th iteration this year may be a “one time only” experiment, according to the head of the Cayman Islands Tourism Attraction Board.

All eyes were on the skies on New Year’s Eve as fireworks exploded across the Cayman Islands to mark the arrival of 2017. Along Seven Mile Beach, pictured, several hotels and bars hosted their own pyrotechnic displays, watched by the thousands who lined the beach.

New Year’s Eve without fireworks is like Christmas Day without turkey. Colorful pyrotechnics lighting up the night sky is an integral part of the celebrations, with numerous venues around Cayman planning spectacular shows.

There are already Christmas items in the shops and festive ads on the television, now that the holiday season is near. The local calendar is filling up with events guaranteed to get people in the holiday spirit, beginning with the Christmas tree lighting at Camana Bay on Saturday.

There are already Christmas items in the shops and festive ads on the television, now that the holiday season is near. The local calendar is filling up with events guaranteed to get people in the holiday spirit, beginning with the Christmas tree lighting at Camana Bay on Saturday.

The Pooch Parade will lead the final weekend for Pirates Week. Cayman’s dogs get their own pirate outfits, replete with tricorn hats and eye patches, for the Saturday morning parade along the waterfront. Pirate-themed events will continue through the day with the food festival, Cardboard Boat Race, Illumination Night Parade, fireworks and street festival.

Here's some of the top events of the weekend.

The Cayman Islands Joint Marine Unit will fire two distress flares off Seven Mile Beach around 7:30 p.m. Thursday as a demonstration for boaters and the general public. RCIPS Inspector Leo Anglin said the exercise will hopefully help the public distinguish between a distress flare and other lights seen on the open water, including fireworks.

Watch, play and celebrate the Games at Camana Bay with a series of events running throughout the two weeks of the Summer Olympics.

Gather ye bead necklaces while ye may, as Cayman Mardi Gras is returning to George Town for a three-day celebration of music and dancing from Monday through Wednesday next week.