David Bowen danced up a storm as he led the Maskanoo parade last night in Grace Bay.
Wow!! What a spectacular evening we all had as hundreds of people turned out to enjoy the sights and sounds and the fun of Maskanoo 2010. Maskanoo is a combination of Masquerade or “Massin” as it’s known in the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Bahamian Junkanoo.
Young and old came out to watch the masked revellers as they paraded and danced their way down Grace Bay Road.
Locals were out in full force dancing to the rhythms along with our island visitors as everyone joined in together to celebrate the TCI’s FIRST Maskanoo.
This Maskanoo-er had unique bottle shakers with colourful decorations.
David Bowen, the cultural director and his group of dedicated helpers and workers have put in hours to stage this event. It’s important for the younger generation to get involved as well as educated about our island’s heritage and culture. What a great way to pull everyone in together for a funfilled Maskanoo.
Happy smiles and dancing feet during last evening's Maskanoo parade.
Dancers from the We Funk group up on the stage.
The evening was full of local entertainment with dancers, bands, ripsaw, drums, arts and crafts displays, food, drinks…a great showcase of the islands’ cultural heritage.
This local youngster was part of the great entertainment.
Dancing to the beat of the drums, whistles, shakers and other instruments
Mark your calendars……….an event NOT to be missed. Next year will be bigger and with more participants. See you there.
Well done everyone. We had a super fun filled Maskanoo evening.
Marta