Arts & Culture
Auditions start in San Pedro for upcoming major movie production
This summer, a casting call for a feature film set to be filmed in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, was announced on Thursday, May 11th, in search of talented San Pedranos who can lend their tropical island flair to some of the movie characters.
Community and Society
Ambergris Caye celebrates Easter with religious processions, beach parties, and a kayak competition
The Easter festivities on San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, provided several activities for those seeking to enjoy the annual holiday on the island. From the Passion of Christ play led by the San Pedro Catholic Church to recreational activities on the beach and the yearly kayak race to Secret Beach, San Pedro did not disappoint and welcomed hundreds of visitors over the weekend.
Arts & Culture
Carnaval de San Pedro is back
The traditional island celebration, ‘El Gran Carnaval de San Pedro,’ takes place February 18th through the 21st, with big parties, street dances (comparsas), and painting. The annual celebration will also include a Carnaval market day at the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex, where events like a cocktail competition will be held.
Entertainment
Estel’s 11th annual BBQ Cook-off competition brings tasty grilling and people together
On Tuesday, January 31st, Bar-B-Que (BBQ) lovers had a date at the popular Estel's Dine by the Sea restaurant to savor some of the best food and witness the best masters of the grill. The 11th Estel's BBQ Cook-off tested grill masters competing for People's Choice, Judge's Choice, Griller's Choice, and Grand Master.
Entertainment
Thriller movie filmed in Caye Caulker to premier in Belize City
In June 2022, Caye Caulker was the setting to produce a thriller movie called ‘Let Us Make Eve.’ The film featured a Belizean and international cast, with the well-known San Pedrano Horacio Louis Guerrero as one of the main characters and executive producer. The movie is now ready for screening, and on Friday, January 20th, the world premiere of Let US Make Eve will take place at The Ramada Princess Hotel in Belize City.
Entertainment
ACES celebrates the Christmas season with their entertaining annual pageant
As the holiday season continues, schools across San Pedro Town have been delighting islanders with their annual Christmas shows. On Thursday, December 15th, it was the turn for the Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES). The Christmas pageant was held at the Sagebrush Church, featuring various presentations performed by talented students.
Entertainment
The Island Academy lights up the season with their annual Christmas Pageant
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the creative and cheerful Christmas show was back at The Island Academy (TIA). On Wednesday, December 14th, at their new home in Mahogany Bay Village south of San Pedro Town, the Christmas pageant saw junior and senior students performing a well-put-together show delighting parents and friends in attendance.
Entertainment
Andres ‘Andrz’ Nuñez steps into the music world with a new video
San Pedrano Andres ‘Andrz’ Nuñez surprised and delighted the island on Saturday, December 10th debuting as a singer and releasing the official music video of his original track ‘De Rumba.’ The presentation and video release party took place at Losers Bar & Grill in the Boca del Rio area. The music video and song are now available on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30My9aw_PKw), Spotify, Apple, and Amazon music.
