New Gallery and Video, Independence Day Parade

Another great Independence Day Gallery with even more new pictures. Click on image to visit Gallery at Ambergris Today Online. Watch video below!

High-Spirited Independence Day Parade!

San Pedro went all out on Independence Day Parade, producing one of the most spectacular parades to date. The rain came pouring down but that did not dampen the spirits as the parade revelers kept on jumping and dancing. Everybody had a fantastic time! Huge Gallery Coming soon on Ambergris Today Online!

Congratulations to this year's parade winners:
Best Float
Isla Bonita Elementary - First Place
Ambergris Caye Elementary - Second Place
Wings - Third Place

Best Organized Group
Isla Bonita Elementary - First Place
ABC Pre School - Second Place
Island Academy - Third Place

Ambergris Caye Elementary

Island Academy

ABC Pre School

Isla Bonita Elementary School

Saga Humane Society

Independence Eve Ceremony

Long Live Belize!

San Pedro AIDS Commission members were the torch bearers

Hon. Heredia and Mayoress Elsa Paz inspect the Belize Coast Guards



Miss San Pedro - Natasha Staurt escorted by Deputy Mayor Pablo Ico

Belize Coast Guard Gun Salute

Raising of the Belizean Flag by the Coast Guards

Independence Greetings from President Obama

Belize's Independence Day

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State, Washington, DC

September 16, 2010

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On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Belize on 29 years of independence this September 21.

As we commemorate this month’s historic events – the Battle of St. George’s Caye and your proclamation of independence – we also join in honoring the rich heritage that has shaped Belize into the country it is today. Your commitment to democracy, security, and prosperity for all Belizeans is an inspiration to people throughout the region, and the foundation for a strong partnership between our nations. The United States and Belize enjoy a vibrant exchange of people that fosters cultural ties, and our collaborative efforts to improve citizen safety through the Central America Regional Security Initiative are enhancing economic and social opportunities for people throughout the region.

On this festive occasion, I wish all Belizeans a happy independence day and reaffirm our dedication to strengthening the bonds of friendship between our countries.

Good Mawnin' Belize

Belize wakes up to another day, but this week is special as the entire country celebrates the 29th Anniversary of Belize's Independence on Tuesday, September 2. Celebrations kick off tonight at Central Park at 10p.m. See you all there! Here's a short slide show with pictures of San Pedro and some of Caye Caulker we found on You Tube.

San Pedro Parades with GUSTO!

Picture Gallery is Up! Click Here!

Once again, San Pedro came out in the thousands to celebrate Belize's Independence. It was colorful, vibrant and very energetic Independence Day Parade that took to the streets of San Pedro Town on Monday, September 21.

Parade Winners:
Best Organized Group
1st - ABC Pre School
2nd - E & L Butane Gas/ Varela's
3rd - The Reef Radio

Best Float:
1st - E & L Butane Gas/ Varela's
2nd - ABC Pre School
3rd - Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES)

The cheerful crowd of Island Academy

The Scarlet Macaw of ABC Pre School

Ema Jurado with E & L Butane/Varela's

On the Eve of Independence

Miss San Pedro, Raquel Badillo, with Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr.,
Area Representative of Belize Rural South

On the eve of Independence, September 20, 2009, the San Pedro Town Council held its official flag-raising ceremony at Central Park where a Block Party was held to bring in Belize's Independence with much fun, food, music, fire works and celebrations. Happy Independence Day to all Belizeans!