Owru Yari Fest takes place on December 31st each year in Suriname. The festival is held in the city centre of Paramaribo, bringing communities together for a joyful celebration.
At Owru Yari Fest, you can expect a lively atmosphere filled with music, dance, cultural displays, fireworks, and various forms of entertainment. The festival is a time to reflect on the past year and embrace the opportunities of the new one.
No, tickets are not required for entry to Owru Yari Fest.
Owru Yari Fest is a streetfestival that can be enjoyed by any age group. We do caution families to be aware of all extremes that can be experienced during the event. These extremes are: massive crowds, loud music, loud and close encounters with fireworks and lastly heat due to weather and crowd.
Owru Yari Fest features a diverse range of entertainment, including live music performances by local artists, traditional dance displays, cultural presentations, and exciting fireworks to mark the new year’s arrival.
Owru Yari Fest is open to people of all ages. There are no specific age restrictions for attendees. Alcoholic drinks are only sold to people above the age of 18, as required by law. We do caution parents to beware of all circumstances as the festival can be very crowded.
There is a variety of food and beverage vendors offering a selection of delicious options for you to enjoy at Owru Yari Fest. Outside food and drinks are allowed. Please beware that we do not recommended bringing glass bottled beverages to the festival.
No, there is specific parking available for the festival. However, parking your vehicle around the festival area is possible at your own risk.
Yes, there are various accommodations available near the festival venue for attendees coming from out of town. We recommend booking accommodations well in advance.
Yes, volunteering opportunities may be available. To sign up for volunteering, please visit our official website closer to the event date for more information. Or send an email to info@owruyarifest.com.
Generally, pets are not allowed at Owru Yari Fest to ensure the safety and comfort of all attendees.
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Owru Yari Fest is a lively and cherished celebration in Suriname, observed on December 31st. This annual event marks the closing of the year and the welcoming of the new one with joy and enthusiasm.
