Maskanoo 2011

Love the unique masks at Maskanoo tonight at Grace Bay

What a fabulous evening down on Grace Bay where the hugely anticipated 2nd annual Maskanoo was held. We thoroughly enjoyed the music and great island entertainment, kids and adults of all ages with and without masks, food and even face painting for the kids. Grace Bay Road was lined with vendors selling local food, drinks, arts and crafts and everyone turned out for all the fun and excitement.

Diamond plays the ripsaw

There were adults and kids, tourists and residents chatting or walking, many dancing and having a great time as they enjoyed traditional ripsaw music played by the Island Boys and then we all listened to the awesome voice of Turks and Caicos’ own Barbara Johnson.

What a cutie...love those big eyes.

David Bowen, Cultural Director jumped, danced and blew his whistle as he led the Maskanoo parade along Grace Bay Road.

The most amazing and sensational Maskanoo hat mask that I've every seen!

These youngsters were having such a fun time

Even little babes were taking in the festivities

Hand made mask with palm frond decoration

Maskanoo parade .. if you missed it you'll have to wait until next year!

Colorful costumes and people dancing to the music

 

Stunning hand made maskanoo woven hat with embroidery

What a glorious voice! Barbara Johnson sang for crowds at Maskanoo

Maskanoo banner stretched across the road

A captivating little miss in her Maskanoo attire.

David Bowen leading the parade at Grace Bay

There was lots of dancing in the streets down in Grace Bay. Hope you managed to get down to experience this wonderful event and if you didn’t, we’ll see you next year.

See you there!

 

 

Marta

 

 

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