The 2009 Liberation Day Carnival opens tomorrow at Paseo Park in Hagatna in celebration of the 65th Annual Liberation of Guam and will run through August 2, 2009.  Participants can expect a fun and exciting night filled with amusement rides, games, food, local Chamorro arts and crafts, and entertainment from local Guam bands and artists.  This year’s carnival will be more focused on showcasing the culture of the island in a more family-friendly atmosphere.

If your visiting the island, Guam’s Liberation Day Carnival is one event you should experience at least once while your here.  You’ll be able to enjoy Chamorro food, experience Guam’s culture, and meet friendly people from Guam.  The Liberation Day Carnival is one of the largest events held yearly on the island of Guam and everyone from the island usually visits the carnival at least once during the few weeks it is open.

Hours for Guam’s 2009 Liberation Day Carnival are:
Monday to Thursday: 6pm-12am
Friday: 6pm-2am
Weekends, July 4, and July 21: 2pm-12am

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Pa’a Taotao Tano will be holding its 7th Annual Dinana Minagof Chamorro Dance Competition and Festival on June 27-28 between 9am-5pm at the Sister Roberta Center, Mercy Heights in Perezville, Tamuning.  The event will feature traditional Chamorro cultural groups from the islands of Guam, Saipan, Rota and Tinian who will be competing in various dance categories for prizes.

In addition there will be special daily performances by ‘Ko Au’, a cultural performance group from New Zealand; and local Chamorro arts and crafts will be displayed and available for purchase.

Admission into the event is $10 for adults and $5 for children who are 12 and younger.  There is also a group pass which is good for up to 4 people for only $20.

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Every year Guam celebrates Liberation Day with fireworks, festivities, a parade, and of course the Liberation Carnival at Paseo Park.  Liberation Day is a local holiday which is celebrated on July 21st and is one of the biggest holidays on the island.

Liberation Day celebrates the liberation of the island from Japanese  occupation by American forces during World War II.  The Liberation Day Parade is a one day event where floats, various military branches, personnel, and veterans;  and local community clubs and government officials march down Marine Drive.  The Guam Liberation Carnival will open to the public on June 24 and usually stays open for a few weeks.  Booths and concession stands with games and food make up the carnival;  people can also enjoy various carnival rides as well.

If your vacationing on the island your more than welcome to share in the enjoyment with all the festivities happening around Liberation Day.  Come on down to watch the Liberation Day Parade along Marine Drive on June 21st, watch the fireworks at night, and then make sure to visit the Liberation Carnival at Paseo Park.  Friends, family, tourists, and locals – all are welcome to have some fun!

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