Dominica to host month-long Roseau Christmas Village celebration, calendar unveiled

Dominica is all set to host month-long celebration of Roseau Christmas Village under the theme, “Peace, Love and Joy”.

The Minister of Housing, Land & Urban Development of Dominica, Melissa Poponne Skerrit shared a comprehensive schedule of the celebration of Roseau Christmas Village.

The celebration will be conducted from 13^th to 31^st December, 2024, with the timings 6 PM – 11 PM from Monday to Thursday and 6 PM to 12 AM from Friday to Sunday.

The Roseau Christmas Village is a huge celebration of festive season which gives a significant platform to the local entrepreneurs to showcase, market, and promote their locally produced goods.

The Christmas Village celebration embodies the essence of vibrant culture and creativity of Dominica. It is a family-friendly celebration which ensures to offer plethora of experiences to all their attendees, including live music, fun, games and much more.

Minister Melissa Skerrit has extended invitation to everyone and asked them to be a part of “the wonderful time of year again”.

“Bring your friends, family and little ones. Roseau Christmas Village is coming soon,” she added.

While unveiling the official calendar, Minister Melissa Skerrit that all these events to be hosted by them is a testament to their commitment towards bringing people of all ages together, fostering unity and brotherhood among them.

Roseau Christmas Village calendar for 2024

• Friday, 13^th December, 2024: Opening of 6th annual Christmas Village
• Saturday, 14^th December, 2024: Santa Experience
• Sunday, 15^th December: Gospel Concert
• Monday, 16^th December: Holiday Games Night
• Tuesday, 17^th December 17: Christmas Netflix & Munch
• Wednesday, 18^th December: Christmas Sweater Evening
• Thursday, 19^th December: Holiday Karokee
• Friday, 20^th December: Annual Roseau Christmas District Parade
• Saturday, 21^st December: Peace on Earth Talent Show and Kiddies Extravaganza
• Sunday, 22^nd December: Dominica Government Band Music Lovers Concert
• Monday, 23^rd December: Pre Christmas-Eve Specials
• Tuesday, 24^th December: Shopping Day
• Wednesday, 25^th December: Christmas Day
• Thursday, 26^th December: Boxing Day
• Friday, 27^th December: Live Band Melodies
• Sunday, 29^th December: Gospel Concert Finale
• Monday, 30^th December: Vendors Clearance Sale
• Tuesday, 31^st December: New Years Eve

Minister Melissa Skerrit has also encouraged citizens to secure their spot by registering their booth to be a part of the ultimate celebration of Roseau Christmas Village. Shedding light on these booths, she added that it will consist of several handmade crafts, aiming to promote and foster local talents and creativity.