Pirates Week 2019 Souvenir Programme

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The Pirates Week Festival is proud to partner with However, this is not the first time the Cayman Catboat
the Cayman Catboat Club and Cayman Maritime Club will be featured in the National Festival. The
Heritage Foundation to showcase this year’s theme Club has long been a part of the annual festivities,
“Shipwrecked”. displaying the boats at District Heritage Days as well
The 2019 mock “invasion” incorporates the Cayman as offering sailing trips in and around the harbour
Catboat with the aim to bring awareness to the historic during the festival season.
and cultural value of the Catboat in our country’s history. We encourage spectators to take some time to speak
with the Catboat sailors to learn how the traditional
boat played an integral part of the islands’ history; our
sailors may even take you for a ride!

CATBOAT HISTORY • The vessels were used to travel from district to district,
move goods and to carry people to hospital in emergencies.
It is believed the first Cayman Catboat was built in 1904 in • Menfolk took them out turtle fishing – which for many years
Cayman Brac by a seaman named Daniel Jervis. Historical was the mainstay of the islands’ economy – with the boats’
accounts state he designed the boat as a modern alternative shallow, rounded shape ideal for hauling turtles over the side.
to the weighty dugout canoes used by turtle fishermen. • Catboats have, of course, been replaced by cars and trucks but
nonetheless retain a special place in the hearts of Caymanians
Jervis’ design features a one-sail wooden boat, crafted to be and are an integral part of Cayman’s maritime heritage.
sharp at both ends to allow the boat to move swiftly through • Their beautiful, sleek design lends an air of nostalgia for a
the water whether they are going backward or forward. No way of life that existed when Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac
one really knows how the boat got its name, but some have and Little Cayman were truly “the islands that time forgot.”
said that the boat is so quietly agile it is likened to a cat silently • However, since the boats have fallen into disuse and
hunting its prey. disrepair, the number of vessels has declined, and Cayman’s
unique boat-building skills have all but disappeared.
Up until the late 1940’s, Catboats were the main form of transport • In 1998 it was realized that action must be taken to stop
in the Cayman Islands and played a vital part of daily living, being catboats vanishing forever and so the Cayman Catboat
the vessel that brought home the day’s catch, mail or acted as a Club was formed under the auspices of the Cayman Maritime
water taxi between the far-reaching districts. Heritage Foundation.

The Catboat was also widely used in seafaring ventures
being attached to the schooners that travelled between the
Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Florida, Cuba and Central and
South America.

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contents
04 Governor’s Message 20 Fireworks!
05 The Premier’s Message 21 Food Festival
06 Deputy Premier’s Message 22 SOS Weekend
07 Executive Director’s Message 26 Turtle Release & Children’s Fun Day
09 James M. Bodden 27 Sports with Pirates
10 Grand Cayman - Schedule of Events 29 Cardboard Regatta
12 District Heritage Days 31 Beach Clean Up
14 Swanky Kitchen Band 32 Culture Shop
15 District Heritage Ambassador 34 Sister Islands
16 Pirates of the Cayman Islands 35 Teen Up Street Dance
17 Capitan Jack Sparrow 37 Thank you
18 Happy Hour with the Pirates

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Gov Message

HIS EXCELLENCY, THE GOVERNOR
OF THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

MR. MARTYN ROPER, OBE

It is with a great sense of anticipation that I and banished, Grand Cayman will play host to some
welcome Pirates Week, one of the highlights this dazzling superb entertainment and fun.
of all our calendars.
The Sister Islands of Cayman Brac and Little
Every year the Cayman Islands are lit up by a Cayman will also open their arms, inviting residents
colourful celebration of our pirating heritage and and visitors to immerse themselves in the unique
talents. Locals and visitors can come together to Caymanian culture. In additional each district will
enjoy our rich history through a variety of events. have displays reflecting our collective history, while
From spectacular firework displays to hunting for they also offer their own unique traditions and
pirates’ treasure. There is something for everyone. entertainment.

Starting off with a bang, the dramatic invasion of the I welcome you all to the warmth and excitement this week
pirates (including the kidnapping of the Governor!) will brings. Special thanks go to the organisers and people of
transform our beautiful islands into a vibrant mass of
colour and parties. Until those pirates can be captured Cayman who make this wonderful time possible.

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THE PREMIER
OF THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

HON. ALDEN McLAUGHLIN, MBE, JP, MLA

I welcome you to celebrate our largest and most magical We also throw in a bit of our heritage with days dedicated
national festival, Pirates Week. Whether you are a local, to each of our districts – George Town, Bodden Town,
resident or a visitor, we want you to enjoy an experience East End, North Side, West Bay, Cayman Brac and Little
like no other in the Caribbean. Cayman. I would encourage you to go to them all if you
can. While we are part of one small country, our districts
For many days you will be treated to parades, sporting show our diversity.
events, competitions, street dances, music, food, drink
and, lest I forget, pirates. Come as you are or dress like a pirate. We’re glad you are
on our shores to celebrate with us once again the landing
Each year we kick off our high season for tourism with an and trial of the pirates. Have a good time and make some
invasion of swashbuckling pirates who come ashore in George wonderful memories to take home and share.
Town, take over the harbour and capture the Governor. As
the pirates begin their rule over the country, a colourful float Thank you for joining us.
parade will introduce you to our varied districts as Pirates Week
committee members and supporters, as well as businesses, SHIPWRECKED • PIRATES WEEK 2019 | 5
vie for the coveted prize of best float.

DEPUTY PREMIER AND MINISTER FOR DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATION, TOURISM AND TRANSPORT

HON. MOSES KIRKCONNELL. JP, MLA

If you’re a guest in our Islands during the Pirates Week Visitors in particular will enjoy a snapshot of Cayman from
festivities you’re here at a great time. We welcome you with yesteryear, by joining residents who faithfully trek back
open arms and invite you to join in the excitement! ‘home’ to their District Heritage Days celebrations. Home-
For over four decades, Pirates Week has occupied pride of cooked Caymanian meals such as Cayman-style lobster
place on the Cayman Islands calendar, and has grown into our and fish rundown fill the air with a mouth-watering aroma
largest celebration, attracting thousands of patrons annually. and homemade treats such as heavy cakes and tarts are
impossible to ignore.
Despite its name, Pirates Week runs over 3 weeks from
November 1st to 17th and takes in all three of our idyllic Whether you’re watching from the side lines or dressed in
Cayman Islands. This action-packed Festival combines costume for the array of good-natured antics, we are happy
history, culture and folklore and is filled with fun events for the to have you with us. I trust you will enjoy all that Pirates week
whole family to enjoy. has to offer.

While Pirates Week is a great time to party, it is also a perfect We look forward to welcoming
opportunity for discovering the richness of our Island’s culture you back time and time again.
through the cultural displays, music, food festivals and float
parades. Our Cayman Islands Pirates Week festival offers
something for everyone, not to be missed.

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PIRATES WEEK EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

MELANIE McFIELD

Greetings and welcome to our 42nd Annual Pirates
Week Festival, the National Festival of the Cayman
Islands, hosted by the Pirates Week Office (PWO)
in collaboration with the Tourism Attraction Board
(TAB) and the Ministry of Tourism.

The theme of the 2019 festival is “Shipwrecked”, Caymanian people lived and survived as a country
this to incorporate the Cayman Catboat – an integral deemed the “Islands Time Forgot” in the 1940’s
part of the islands’ history – and linking Caymanian
culture and heritage to the fantasy festival. We encourage our visitors to venture out to the
districts, to taste the traditional Caymanian dishes
Each year the National Festival invites the hosts a such as Turtle Stew, , Conch Stew, Stewed Whelks,
recreation of exhilarating swashbuckling fantasy for Coconut Milk Fish Rundown and Cassava stretcher
visitors and locals with historical characters, stories - a cake that is sure to be the delight of your culinary
of pirate treasures and that connects the Cayman experience.
Islands to the legendary pirates who roamed the
Caribbean. A celebration unlike any other in the I hope what you experience during this year’s
Caribbean. festival will create memories for years to come.
Many thanks to our valued sponsors and volunteers,
We are pleased to offer you an abundance of and of course our staff (current and former) for
true Caymanian hospitality in combination with all making Pirates Week what it is today. Thank you
the beauty our islands have to offer as you enjoy for lending your support in delivering a national
the Caymankind of our people, traditional food, service and product that continues to assure the
spectacular fireworks, two parades full of colour, prosperity of the festival and proudly represents
and the pageantry that characterizes Pirates Week what our beautiful Cayman Islands have to offer on
as one of the most unique festivals in the world. a whole.

This week of heritage displays also offers Once again, I welcome you to
information and historical accounts of how the Pirates Week 2019. Enjoy!

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Pirates Week was started in 1977 by the then Executive pirates land in George Town on the 7th of November for
Council Member for Tourism, the Hon. James Bodden, as plenty of pirate adventures full of activities, re-enactments
a vehicle to stimulate tourist arrivals during the off-season of pirates invading, taking over the islands and joyfully
and designed to integrate tourism into the Caymanian gathering with locals and tourists to celebrate their
community. Conceived from an idea to throw an event that “bounty”.
would attract tourists to Cayman, Pirates Week has grown
into the National Festival of the Cayman Islands. During the District Heritage Days, (12th – 16th November)
our elders come out to display their hand-made pieces
These days the festival is much more than a tourist of utilitarian art; pass down their skills, knowledge and
attraction. To the generation that has grown up with traditions to the youth. The District
Pirates Week it is almost like Christmas and something to
look forward to each year. Heritage Days are an important aspect of the Festival
season as they showcase the culture of the Cayman
The Pirates Week National Festival is the biggest event Islands and the unique differences of each district and
on the calendar in the calendar in the Cayman Islands, their communities.
attracting almost 35,000 patrons each year. It is a time of
robust, fun-charged events and festivities for people of all Visitors can enjoy watching as skilled artisans create
ages. traditional crafts; the sounds of Caribbean music by local
and international entertainers, a District Heritage Days
The festivities start off in Cayman Brac then move to that showcase the Caymanian traditions and highlight the
Grand Cayman in mid-November, and close again in the unique people and differences of each district and sister
sister island of Little Cayman. island.

During the festival, the islands become a mass of colour For the avid runner, swimmer or diver there is a 5K Walk/
and revelry! There are over 40 different events, spread Run, a Sea Swim and an Underwater Treasure Hunt and
over three weekends on all three islands. a Cardboard Boat Regatta to see which team can stay
afloat the longest!
The most famous of the Pirates Week festivities is the
Landing Pageant and Float Parade, which takes place in For the animal lovers, you can watch or join in the fun at
the capital of George Town in Grand Cayman. Thousands the Pirate Pooch Parade; and bring the little ones out to
of spectators line the streets to watch a mock take-over of meet with the Las Tortugas and Bloody Bay Buccaneers
the island by a band of “fierce fighting pirates” who come and teenagers can enjoy the festivities with the “in crowd”
ashore usually by way of a pirate ship at Hog Sty Bay! at the Teen Up Street Dance for teens only!
This is followed by a glittering parade, street dances, and
fireworks. With all these events and song and costume competitions,
music and of course delicious local island food and drinks!
The first week in November erupts with fantasy fun There is truly something for everyone at the Cayman
beginning in the our sister islands, then the voyaging Islands National Festival Pirates Week!

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THURSDAY, 7 NOVEMBER
10:30am – 3:30pm Airport Welcome Reception, ORIA
sponsored by Bacardi, CIAA and Island Taste

4:00pm – 2:00am Pirates Week Happy Hour and
Official Kick-off Party, Royal Palms Beach Club
sponsored by Royal Palms Beach Club

FRIDAY, 8 NOVEMBER
10:30am – 3:30pm Airport Welcome Reception, ORIA sponsored by Bacardi, CIAA and Island Taste

3:30pm – 6:30pm Pirates Week 5K Run, Harbour Drive (Bayshore Mall) sponsored by The Ministry of Sports

6:00pm – 2:00am Food Festival, RBC and Kirk Freeport parking lots, Shedden Road sponsored by Pepsi,
CUC, Kirk Freeport and Royal Bank of Canada

7:00pm – 9:00pm Fireworks Cruise, South Terminal sponsored by Cayman Marine Services

7:00pm – 2:00am SOS Street Dance, Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi, AI Rentals and ACE Cayman

8:00pm – 8:15pm FIREWORKS* (Opening), Harbour Drive sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism,
The Department of Tourism and The Lobster Pot

8:15pm – 9:30pm Tribal Carnival Cayman 2020 Costume Launch, Harbour Drive (Main Stage)
sponsored by Tribal Carnival Cayman

SATURDAY, 9 NOVEMBER
7:00am – 9:00am 5K Sea Swim, Governor’s Beach sponsored by KPMG

10:00am – 11:30am Pirate Pooch Parade, Harbour Drive (next to Sharkee’s Restaurant)
hosted by The Cayman Islands Humane Society

12:00pm – 2:00pm Pirates Week Cardboard Regatta, Hog Sty Bay, Harbour Drive sponsored by Kirk Freeport

1:00pm – Midnight Food Festival, RBC and Kirk Freeport parking lots, Shedden Road sponsored by Pepsi,
CUC, Kirk, Freeport and Royal Bank of Canada

1:30pm – 3:30pm Pirate Landing Cruise, North Terminal sponsored by Cayman Marine Services

2:00pm – 3:00pm Pre-Landing Entertainment, Harbour Drive

3:15pm – 5:15pm Landing Pageant and Float Parade, Harbour Drive sponsored by The Department of
Tourism and The Ministry of Culture

7:00pm –11:00pm Teen Up Street Dance, Goring Avenue sponsored by Pepsi and hosted by National Drug Council

8:30pm – 10:30pm National Song Competition, Harbour Drive (Main Stage) sponsored by The Ministry of
Culture, Tourism Attraction Board and CMEA

10:00pm – Midnight SOS Street Dance, Harbour Drive sponsored by Bacardi, AI Rentals and ACE Cayman

SUNDAY, 10 NOVEMBER
8:00am – 10:00am Pirates Against Plastic Beach Clean-up, Beach at Safehaven, hosted by Plastic Free Cayman

10:00am – 11:30am Turtle Release, Governor’s Beach sponsored by Cayman Turtle Centre

12:00pm – 4:00pm Children’s Fun Day, Savannah Park sponsored by CIBC/First Caribbean International Bank
and Water Authority Cayman

3:00pm – 6:00pm Underwater Treasure Hunt, Sunset House sponsored by Sunset House

11:59pm – 4:00am “Soaked” Wet Fete, Harbour Drive sponsored by Party Rockers Entertainment

MONDAY, 11 NOVEMBER | CULTURE SHOP STREET FAIR
12:00pm – 3:00pm Pirates Week Junior Snapper Cook-off, Harbour Drive hosted by
The Junior National Culinary Association

12:00pm – 5:00pm Live Entertainment and Cultural displays, Harbour Drive sponsored
by The Ministry of Tourism

5:00pm – 6:15pm District Heritage Ambassador Costume Competition, Harbour Drive
sponsored by The Ministry of Culture

6:30pm – 7:00pm Trial of the Pyrates, Harbour Drive hosted by Cayman Islands
Legal Practitioners Association

7:00pm – 8:00pm “Illumination” Night Parade, Harbour Drive sponsored
by The Department of Tourism and The Ministry of Culture

8:00pm – 8:10pm *FIREWORKS* (Closing), Harbour Drive sponsored
by The Ministry of Tourism, The Department of Tourism and The Lobster Pot

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HEDRistricIt TAGE Take a boat to North Side to the Water Cay Beach
DAYS (next to Kaibo) where there will be plenty of fresh
fruits, juices and local foods to taste, then relax
The Cayman Islands may be a mere speck in the vast oceans by the water. You may even get the chance to
but that in no way diminishes our long and proud history. Our take a ride on a Cayman Catboat!
brave settlers were creative and developed unique methods
of construction, preparing meals, making clothing and music As you stroll through our country’s first capital,
to make it through centuries before trappings of our Bodden Town, famously called the “Birthplace of
present modern-day civilization. Democracy” in the Cayman Islands. Be sure to
quench your taste buds with a traditional drink
District Heritage Days celebrate the made from tamarind juice or take a refreshing
talent and genius of our forebearers, break and stroll through the artefacts at the
keeping old skills alive and Nurse Josie’s Centre and learn about some of
educating the current generation Cayman’s most prominent community leaders.
about the splendidly inventive past.
Silver Thatch weaving Enjoy the finale of District Heritage Days
is a unique island skill that has in George Town, where you can watch
underpinned many of our receptacles, the vigorous art of making homemade
hats, clothing and other household items. peppermint candy. See just what boat
making tools Caymanian’s used to create
Have you heard about our old-time fish fry? It is not some of the best seaworthy vessels in the
just placing a snapper on a barbeque. There is a skill in Caribbean. And you can’t leave the street
setting the fire in the traditional outside kitchen known as
a Caboose, creating the perfect temperature to cook the without snapping up some good home-made
fish. Delicious sauces are prepared to accompany. Conch or Whelk Stew or watching some of
Cayman’s youngest residents demonstrate the
Have a wander through each district and experience the
aromas of traditional Cayman dishes like fried fish and rhythmic movement of the quadrille dance.
fritters made with fresh homemade coconut oil. Enjoy the
sweet treats, music and friendly atmosphere. It is a real treat to be able to connect with
the past and gather with voyagers from all
You will be fascinated by the unique Caymanian dialect over the world all within Pirates Week’s
emanating from the lips of our elderly taking them back legendary family-friendly atmosphere.
in time with stories of yesteryear and demonstrating the We may be a small trio of peaks here
skills of rope making at the hands of master artists.
in the centre of the Caribbean, but we
Take a lazy drive up to East End to begin your experience have hearts as big as the universe
by participating in the District Heritage Days. East End and knowledge that has taken us
is famous for its food, desserts and for its handmade o’er seas and home again.
thatch art and turtle net making – a lost art as the laws
of the island changed to accommodate green sea turtle
conservation.

Take a ride out to West Bay where you will be welcomed
with joyful songs that make you want to dance and sing.
You will be presented with proud displays of traditional
food and arts.

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District DaysSCHEDULE FIREWORKS ON DISPLAY
AT ALL DISTRICT DAYS

EAST END

Tuesday, 12 November . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00am – 12:00am
East End Heritage Field

WEST BAY

Wednesday, 13 November . . . . . . . . . 11:00am – 10:00pm
West Bay Heritage Village

NORTH SIDE

Thursday, 14 November . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00am – 10:00pm
Water Cay Beach, North Side (next to Kaibo Restaurant)

BODDEN TOWN

Friday, 15 November . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00am – 10:00pm
Nurse Josie Park, Gun Square

GEORGE TOWN
Saturday, 16 November . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00am – 11:00pm
Cardinal Avenue
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KiStcwhaennkyBand
Performing at Culture Shop Street Fair
and all District Heritage Days

Dedicated to preserving traditional Cayman Islands But that’s not all, this year the District Heritage
Kitchen Dance Music, while keeping it fresh for a Days will be unlike any other as Swanky Kitchen
new generation, Swanky Kitchen Band has been Band performs for each of the events.
the cultural flag bearers for the Cayman Islands
since 2003. Enjoy the mix of sounds from the traditional
Caymanian folk song to the best top 40 hits produced
For the first time, they will be performing at Culture with the Caymanian Kitchen Band feel!
Shop Street Fair on Monday, 11th November on the
main stage, Harbour Drive. Sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism,
The Department of Tourism and The Ministry of
Culture.

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D HISTRICT ERITAGE
AMBASSADOR

WHO WILL BE THE 2019 DISTRICT HERITAGE

AMBASSADOR?

The District Heritage Ambassador Costume Competition on how well they capture the 2019 Festival theme,
replaced Miss Festival Queen in 2018, an effort to “Shipwrecked”.
broaden the entrant pool as well as encourage creativity
in showcasing Caymanian culture. This wholesome family-friendly event is sponsored
by The Ministry of Culture.
Each District Heritage Day committee enters a
competitor with the hopes of taking home the If you have a penchant for design or would like
winning prize and bragging rights for their district to be a contestant, contact your District Heritage
through the design and execution of an annual Committee to volunteer your talents for the 2020
cultural costume. competition.

The District Heritage Ambassador Costume MONDAY, 11 NOVEMBER
Competition is open to male or female participants
aged 16 and older and provides a unique way to 5:00 pm to 6:15 pm
showcase Caymanian culture through design based
Main Stage on Harbour Drive, George Town

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C P IAYMIRAANTESSLoAf thNe DS

BLOODY BAY BUCCANEERS Buccaneers with his “Gunner” Tibbetts at his side
along with the rowdy crewe of swashbucklers who
The name Bloody Bay Buccaneers is an ode to the sail the high seas on the imaginary tall ship, “The
historic attack on the British fleet in Little Cayman by Grim Reaper”.
the Spanish Navy. The name is a way to tell the story
of the Cayman Islands history. Two of the founders of LAS TORTUGAS PIRATES
the Bloody Bay Buccaneers have been a major part of
Pirates Week since its inception in 1977. The Las Tortugas Pirates (LTP) is the family-oriented
pirate crew of the Cayman Islands. Founded over
This Caymanian pirate crew was formed by Darvin 10 years ago by Orneil “Captain Wes” Galbraith,
“Black Terrance” Ebanks, Robert “Widow Maker” the Las Tortugas Pirates have become a mainstay
Bodden, Duke “Big Cannon Jack” Tibbetts in 2013. of the festival.

Ebanks and Tibbetts continue to “invade” the local The crew has grown over the years to include local and
bars and hotels, and both men travel as tourism international “pirates” and touts more than four dozen
ambassadors promoting the National Festival members. The group’s revelry helps create a unique
in Florida, Honduras and as far away as Japan. atmosphere for the Cayman Islands National Festival
Ebanks has moved on to “Captain” the Bloody Bay Pirate’s Week resulting in fun for the whole family.

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42ND ANNUAL PIRATES WEEK

CSAPPTAARINROJWACKFESTIVAL WELCOMES

Although men like Bartholomew Roberts, Sam Actor, model and impersonator Sonny Charles plays
Bellamy and “Calico Jack” Rackham dominated the the iconic “Captain Jack Sparrow”. This year’s visit
pirate world during the golden age of piracy, one to Grand Cayman marks 10 years “Captain Jack”
name stands alone as history’s most famous pirate, will be attending the Pirates Week Festival. Mr.
Edward Teach better known as “Blackbeard”. Charles holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from the
University of Florida and a love for acting on and off
Legend has it that, Captain Teach first set foot on the screen. He helps run a live entertainment agency
the shores of Grand Cayman in late 1600s, and with his wife in Atlanta.
while partnered with Captain Benjamin Horingold,
Blackbeard sailed to the Cayman Islands on several With a passion for costuming, Sonny throws himself
occasions. into his specialty characters for events and shows
from start to finish. You can catch him at schools,
Around 300 years later, another famous pirate District Heritage Days, the Children’s Fun Day and
“Captain Jack Sparrow” began visiting the Cayman other special Pirates Week events throughout the
Islands, albeit famous for being a character in the festival. He is always ready to chat about his travels,
Disney film franchise “Pirates of the Caribbean”. pirate lore and will gladly pose for photos.

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HAPPY YO HO HO and a bottle
OUR of rum, YO HO HO, have
HPwiitrhathtees
responsible fun.
DON’T DRINK AND

DRIVE!

PIRATE PARTY AT ROYAL PALMS

THURSDAY, 7 NOVEMBER | 4:00pm – 2:00am
Sponsored by Royal Palms Beach Club

Royal Palms ramps up for the annual Pirates
Kick-Off Party. As the excitement starts to truly
build, listen to the sounds of the best local
rhythms as you dance the night away. At this
annual event you can share a meal and have

a drink with local or visiting pirates.

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FIREWORKS INTRO FIREWORKS FINALE

FRIDAY, 08 NOVEMBER | 8:00PM MONDAY, 11 NOVEMBER | 8:00PM
Harbour Drive, George Town Harbour Drive, George Town

Get the family to the waterfront for the incredible fireworks display which lights up the Harbour
every year. It’s truly a spectacular show guarantee to impress all ages and always featuring a
huge finale of lights, colours and sounds.

Sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism, The Department of Tourism and The Lobster Pot.

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FFOOD
ESTIVAL

FRIDAY, 08 NOV SATURDAY, 09 NOV
6:00PM - 2:00AM 1:00PM – MIDNIGHT

Food Glorious food

The wonderful sights and smells of Caymans’ Annual Pirates Week Food
Festival is a crowd favourite. From traditional turtle and conch stews and
other Caribbean favourites to international Asian and Hispanic flare, this
years’ festival will not disappoint!

Held just off Shedden Road in the adjacent parking lots of Kirk Freeport and
Royal Bank of Canada on Friday and Saturday and on Cardinal Avenue on
Monday, the Food Festival is just around the corner from the best in local
entertainment with visiting artists. All are invited to come out and enjoy the
best of Cayman’s cultural cuisine.

Pirate Invasion SATURDAY, 9 NOV ● 3:15PM

Saturday is all about the landing of the Pirates—the most popular event
in the Pirates Week calendar. The pre-landing entertainment starts at
2:00pm with waterfront stunts and dance performances all followed by the
Pirate Invasion and Landing Pageant.

PIRATE LANDING | 2:00PM TO 3:00PM | CRUISE AT NORTH TERMINAL
Sponsored by Cayman Marine Services from

The Landing Pageant and Float Parade
SATURDAY, 9 NOV ● 3:30PM

Stick around for the Float Parade to see colourful convoy of decorated

floats, dancing pirates and other characters as they make their way through

George Town. All the festivities continues into the night.

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S.O.S. Sounds of Soca Street Dance features Cayman’s very own stars such as DJ Silver Fox,
a 2-part concert night with some of the best DJ Cardiac, Erica Assai, Tha Dude Feev, Stuart
entertainment in the Caribbean. Friday, November Wilson and the Mas Azucar Dancers from Cuba
8th and Saturday, November 9th on Harbour Drive, will also be featured.
George Town – Main Stage. Attendees will enjoy
a night full of local musicians, dancers, DJs and SOS part 2 continues into Saturday night with
International Soca artists. full performances from Nessa preppy hot on
the soca scene for hits, like “Tingo” and “Issa
Friday night features a jam-packed line-up Snack”. But that’s not all, listen to sounds of our
including the “Queen of Bacchanal”, Destra very own Sound Revolution, Cottrell, Deja Blue,
Garcia, who has grown from strength to strength and Mr. Notch.
since her debut in 1999 with hits such as “Call
My Name” and “Lucy”. Complementing her high But that’s not all! Check out our DJ Stage on
energy performance, SOS will include the “Queen Harbour Drive with DJ Flex and crew spinning the
of Soca”, Alison Hinds performing classics like best in House, Latin, and Top 40 Hits
“Roll It Gal,” “Togetherness,” and “Faluma,”.
Tickets are now on sale for Pirates Week
Friday night’s Sounds of Soca will also feature SOS - Sounds of Soca.
young Trinbagonian artiste on the rise, Erphaan
Alves known for his 2018 hit song “Overdue” Visit Blackbeard’s, Winner’s Circle or www.
which was in the Top 10 most played/viewed soca eventpro.ky to purchase your ticket now!
songs on YouTube.

These international soca artists are all backed by
the world renowned Bakanal Band.

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FRIDAY - 8 NOV & SATURDAY - 9 NOV

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pirate or landlubber;
protect your treasure.

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PPIRAarTaEdePOOCH Saturday, 9 November
10:00am – 11:30pm
REGISTER ONLINE AT
www.CaymanActive.com The annual Pirate Pooch Prizes will be given to the
All dogs must be leashed. Parade is in celebration of our pooches with the best tricks,
furry four-legged friends and most personality, best
is designed with the aim of costume and best pooch and
raising funds for the Cayman parent duo.
Islands Humane Society.
No charge for canines, but
The Pirates Pooch Parade will a $25.00 fee for pet parents
take place on Harbour Drive, which includes a t-shirt!
next to Sharkee’s Restaurant Proceeds benefit the Cayman
on Saturday, 9th November; Islands Humane Society.
registration begins at 9:30am Come out to this worthy event
and the parade heads off at but beware you may just fall
10:00am. in love with a costumed pooch
and want to adopt them!

Hosted by The Cayman
Islands Humane Society
Sponsored by Pet Paradise

Savvy PRIVATE
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KICK OFF PIRATES WEEK WITH A PRIVATE
CHARTER AND WATCH THE FIREWORKS

FROM THE SEA

FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER, 2019

7PM - 9PM

Complimentary water, sodas & rum punch
Fireworks start at 8:00pm

BOOK TODAY!

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+1 (345) 326-1516

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URTLE

T ELEASE
RIs Back

Once again, Pirates Week has partnered with the
Cayman Turtle Centre, one of Cayman’s leading
attraction for the annual Turtle Release.

This tradition, spanning over 30 years, will be
taking place at Governor’s Beach on Sunday,
10 November at 10:00am.

Residents and visitors can take the opportunity
to witness this phenomenal occasion. A lucky
few will get the chance to name and release
a turtle into the water. It’s an exciting event
that leaves you feeling good about your contribution
to the conservation efforts of the
Cayman Turtle Centre.

Since the release programme started in 1980, the
attraction has released over 30,000 turtles and this
year promises to be an exciting continuation of this
well-loved event that celebrates history and culture.

CFhUilNdrDen’sAY Great time for the entire family - Countless satisfied parents

Sunday, 10 November | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Savannah Community Park, Pedro Castle Road

The sun-bathed fun-filled family day is what Pirates Week is all
about. Now in its 42nd year, it’s a celebration where the community
comes together donating their time and money to stage the event.

This event is known for its community involvement – no one wants
to be left out, whether by giving gifts, financial resources or helping
out on the day the Children’s Pirate Fun Day shows the strength of
community in Cayman. The fun starts at 12:00 pm on Sunday, 10
November and goes until 4.00pm at Savannah Community Park.

On arrival every child gets a goody bag and a ticket to a draw for
one of six bicycles or scooters!

We once again welcome the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service
Community Officers to meet with our little pirates and wenches.

Enter the Kids Costume Competition or get soaked in the Water
Authority Cayman’s “Water Zone”; little one’s can also enjoy arts
and crafts, bouncy castles and face painting!

And yes, the pirates will be there! Captain Jack Sparrow, Davy
Jones, Captain Black Terrence and others from the Las Tortugas
Pirates and Bloody Bay Buccaneers.

Sponsored by Burger King, Popeyes, CIBC/First Caribbean
International Bank and Water Authority - Cayman.

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SPPOIRRTASTEwiSth
PIRATES WEEK 5K RUN/WALK
Sponsored by Ministry of Sports
Friday, 8 November | 5:30pm (sharp) – 7:00pm
Starting from Bar Crudo, Harbour Drive
Registration fee CI$25
Late registration from 3:30pm to 5:00pm in
front of Bar Crudo on the waterfront.

Register online at www.CaymanActive.com
Funds raised benefit the 345 Athletic Club

Join us for the 2019 Pirates Week 5k Run / Walk on
Friday, 8 November.

The first 50 paid registrants will receive a free t-shirt.
The race course takes athletes south from Harbour
Drive onto South Church Street and into South Sound
returning on the same route to Harbour Drive.

Awards for the top 3 male and female in each age
group category.

PIRATES WEEK 5K SEA SWIM UNDERWATER TREASURE HUNT

Sponsored by KPMG Sponsored by Sunset House
Saturday, 9 November | 6:00am – 9:00am Sunday, 11 November | 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration: 6:00am Race: 7:00 am Governors Sunset House, South Church St.
Beach, 7Mile Beach Road
Registration fee CI$25 (CIASA members) or CI$30 Cayman’s seafaring history and underwater majesty are
(non-CIASA members) world famous, and Pirates Week celebrates them both with
an event that speaks to both divers and snorkellers. This
Register online at www.CaymanActive.com year we celebrate the return of the Underwater Treasure
Funds raised benefit the Cayman Islands Amateur Hunt! Set off on a fantastic treasure hunt to find your coins
Swimming Association (CIASA) and while you’re at it, have a great dive or snorkel too
enjoying the clear, calm waters.
A tradition for over 35 years, the Pirates Week Open
Water 5K is set for 7:00am on Saturday 9th November Entrance fee is Cl$25 and includes tanks, weights, snorkel
2019 at Governors Beach with registration starting at gear and light refreshment. The prizes include more than
6:00 am. $1000 in cash and other prizes donated by local businesses
and the Pirates Week Festival Office. No reservations are
The 5K open water swim is a challenging distance and needed, be at Sunset House for 1.00pm.
members of the public are encouraged to come out,
enjoy an early morning on the beach and support our
swimmers – some of whom will be tackling this distance
for the first time.

All swimmers are provided with swim caps, which must
be worn for safety reasons and there are event T-Shirts,
trophies for the top three male and female finishers in
each age group and refreshments provided at the end
of the race.

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CARDBOARD REGATTA Sink Or Swim!

Saturday, 9 November | 12.00pm – 2.00pm
The Cardboard Regatta is a riotous occasion with thousands of revellers
inciting daring lads and lasses in their quest to race around Hog Sty Bay.
But there’s one catch! The crafts can only be made of cardboard, duct tape
and glue - no engines or fibreglass allowed.

This comically entertaining event is huge hit and has been a central must
see at Pirates Week from its inception in 2017.

So, get creative and enter the Pirates Week Cardboard Regatta!
Lots of prizes to be won, including $2,000 in cash!

There are two divisions: Senior (17+ Co-Ed)
and Juniors (16 & under Co-Ed), as well as
a prize for the best “sinkers”, thanks to Kirk
Freeport!

1st Prize: $500 | 2nd Prize: $300
3rd Prize: $200

All vessels must be made out of “corrugated
cardboard” only. No resin or wax-type
coating found in packing cases may be
used, nor any flotation aids such as wood,
metal, styrofoam or plastic.

All team members must wear like coloured It’s paddle or sink mateys!
shirts, fancy dress is encouraged. 2-4 team
members per crew.

Registration fee: $150 per team.
Email [email protected] to get registered today!

PIRATES WEEK
FIREWORKS CRUISE

Watch the fireworks show
from our catamaran "Be Happy"

FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER, 2019

7PM - 9PM

Complimentary rum punch available!
Boarding at 6:30pm (S. Terminal)
Fireworks start at 8:00pm

BOOK TODAY!

[email protected]
+1 (345) 329-5196

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MONDAY, 11 NOVEMBER | 12:00PM - 8:30PM
CARDINAL AVENUE

CUSLTHUORPEStreet Fair
Take time to walk through the Cardinal Avenue and This event takes place on the Cayman Islands public
Harbour Drive area to visit with local artisans who can holiday of Remembrance Day and internationally
tell you all about the history of the Cayman Islands recognised Armistice Day.
through its utilitarian art practises, or learn how to
make Silver Thatch rope, blow a conch horn or even Root for your favourite district to win the District
spin a “gig”. Heritage Ambassador Costume Competition and
listen out for the foot stamping sounds of traditional
Arts and crafts will be on sale and food vendors will music with Swanky Kitchen Band.
offer up even more tasty food and treats!
Come out for a slow-paced day of food, music,
Watch the Youth Snapper Cook-Off put on by the camaraderie and culture and stay for the Illumination
Junior National Culinary Association or sit back, relax Night parade and finale Fireworks! Culture shop is
and watch the local entertainment on the main stage. a great way to wind down from a weekend of jam-
packed fun.
There is also a full-service bar and seating area for
folks needing a rest or a place to enjoy our Caymanian
food and desserts!

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LOCAL FOOD SFTREETFOOD - MUSIC - ART
AIR
FIREWORKS
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
ARTS & CRAFTS
12.00pm – 3.00pm Pirates Week Junior Snapper Cook-off
LIVE MUSIC hosted by The Junior National Culinary Association

ILLNIGUHTMIPNAARATDEION 12:00pm – 5:00pm Live Entertainment and Culture displays
sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism

5:00pm – 6:15pm District Heritage Ambassador
Costume Competition
sponsored by The Ministry of Culture

6:30pm – 7:00pm Trial of the Pyrates
hosted by Cayman Islands Legal
Practitioners Association

7:00pm – 8:00pm “Illumination” Night Parade
sponsored by The Department of Tourism and
The Ministry of Culture

8:00pm – 8:10pm FIREWORKS (Closing)
sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism and
The Department of Tourism and The Lobster Pot

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ISsiElsaVtEenNrdTsS

CBAYMAN1 - 3 NOVEMBER Friday – 1 November
RAC
5:00pm – 9:00pm Happy Hour, Captain’s Table, South
LCITTLE15 - 17 NOVEMBER
AYMAN Side sponsored by Captain’s Table

9:00pm – 2:00am Official Kick-off Party, La Esperanza,

Watering Place Sponsored by La Esperanza

Saturday – 2 November

10:00am – 3:00pm Pirates Week Heritage Day, Heritage House,

North East Bay sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism

3:30pm – 5:00pm Float Parade, Heritage House (parade starting point)

sponsored by The Ministry of Culture

8:00pm *FIREWORKS* (Closing) Coral Isle Club, South Side

sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism
8:30pm – Midnight After Party, Coral Isle Club, South Side

sponsored by Coral Isle Club

Sunday – 3 November

12:00pm – 3:00pm Pirates Farewell Lunch, La Esperanza,

Watering Place sponsored by La Esperanza

Friday – November 15

8:00pm – 2:00am Official Kick-off Party, McCoy’s Sunset Bar,

sponsored by McCoy’s Sunset Bar

11:00pm *FIREWORKS* (Opening), McCoy’s Sunset

Bar sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism

Saturday – November 16

3:30pm – 5:30pm Float Parade, Head O’ Bay (starting point)
5:30pm – 6:30pm Costume Competition, Hungry Iguana
7:00pm – 7:10pm *FIREWORKS* (Closing), Hungry Iguana,
sponsored by The Ministry of Tourism
7:00pm – Midnight Pirates After Party, Hungry Iguana
sponsored by Cayman Distributors Group

Sunday – November 17

11:00am – 4:00pm Pirates Farewell Lunch, McCoy’s Sunset Bar

(Poolside BBQ), sponsored by McCoy’s Sunset Bar

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TS DEEN UP
TREET ANCE
Saturday, 9 November | 7:00pm –11:00pm | Goring Avenue

Sponsored by Pepsi this very popular event is an Goring Avenue is situated right amid the activities.
opportunity for teens to enjoy themselves in a safe It’s close enough to the Street Dance for parents
environment while dancing the night away to the to pop in and keep an eye on things, but you’re not
latest reggae, hip hop and soca music featuring the allowed in mateys, this is a teen zone only!
talented DJ’s of Sound Revolution.
Security officers supported by National Drug Council
Entry is free and is open to teens volunteers will keep watch over the enclosed dance
between the ages of 12 to 16. floor providing a place for teens to enjoy the festival
in a more age appropriate atmosphere where the
music and teens take centre stage.

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