Events 2014 (de)
January 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : January 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Chinese Association Spring Festival Chinese New Year
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Religious
Event Dates : 31 January 2014
Location : Chinese Pagoda, Benezet Street
Description
Chinese New Year – Spring Festival
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated on the last day of the last month of the Chinese lunar calendar. This usually falls in the month of January or February. Traditionally, the festival was a time to honor Chinese ancestors or “gods” and is celebrated in mainland China and all the other countries with a significant number of the Chinese diaspora.
February 2014
Kavadi Thaipoosum
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Religious
Event Dates : February 2014
Location : Hindu Temple, Victoria
Organisers Contact Details
Name : ARULMIKUNAVASAKTHI VINAYAGAR Temple
Address : PO Box 1193, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 47 01
Description
The Kavadi Festival is an annual event which is celebrated by the Hindu community and is attributed to Lord Murugan, the warrior deity of the hills. The concept of the Kavadi is to carry milk in small pots and finally offer it to Lord Murugan amid prayers in return for his blessings.
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : February 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Sports & Culture
Event Dates : 23 February 2014
Location : Beau Vallon Beach
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon Organizing Committee
Address : Stad Linite, Roche Caiman
Tel : +248 4 67 12 08
Fax : +248 4 61 01 82
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Description
The Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon took place for the first time in 2008, with a modest count of 330 participants. It was initiated by Mr. Dong Chang Jeong, Seychelles Honorary Consul General for South Korea, who is also head of the Seychelles Tourist Office in Korea. The event was conceived to contribute to Seychellois’ health and to unify Seychellois and visitors. The marathon indeed helps to bring Seychelles to the attention of more travelers and contributes to lifting the Seychelles brand around the world. For the 7th edition in Feb. 2014, the islands can expect to receive some 500 overseas participants, on top of several hundred local participants.
On Sunday 23 February, runners of the 7th edition of the Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon will set off from Beau Vallon at 7am, covering Northern and North Eastern areas of the main island of Mahe, as well as its capital, Victoria.
As for the structure of the marathon, there is something for a wide range of fitness levels – from 5km course to marathon which covers 42.195km this follows the philosophy of the Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon that is to spread the focus beyond mere competition, putting equal emphasis on appreciating exercise and being surrounded by the natural beauty of Seychelles.
Medals and prizes of a range of values are to be awarded to the top five category winners, and all participants who complete the race shall be awarded a t-shirt in addition to their Official Time Certificate.
The Seychelles Eco-Friendly Marathon is recognized internationally through the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) label. It is organized jointly by the National Sports Council, Seychelles Tourism Board and INOCEAN M&C (South Korean company headed by Mr. Dong Chang Jeong) which is also the main sponsor for the event.
The deadline for entry is the 31 January for overseas participants and 15 February for local participants.
Price Guide
Overseas participation registration fee:
42.195 km – Euro 45
21.0975 km - Euro 30
10 km – Euro 20
5 km – Euro 10
10 km Walking – Euro 5
March 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Fête de la Francophonie
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : 19 - 22 March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Ministry of Tourism and Culture
Address : National Library, PO Box 1383, Victoria, Mahé,
Tel : +248 4 32 13 33, ext 8246
Fax : +248 4 32 44 06
Description
"Fête de la Francophonie" usually held on the 20th March, features various activities which includes film shows, a craft bazaar, and exhibitions.
For more details of this event please contact the Ministry of Tourism and Culture.
April 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
escription
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Seychelles National Fishing Tournament
Dates : 18 - 19 April 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Fishing
Event Dates : 18 - 19 April 2014
Location : Marine Charter, Victoria, Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Marine Charter Association
Address : PO Box 469, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 21 26
Fax : +248 4 22 46 79
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Description
This 1-day trolling-only tournament will be held in April 2014. The tournament hours usually run from 0300hrs-1700hrs. Cash prizes for each fish category plus prizes for the Best Team and the Best Runners-Up. Please contact the Marine Charter Association for information. Tel +248 2 51 34 75, email: Diese E-Mail-Adresse ist vor Spambots geschützt! Zur Anzeige muss JavaScript eingeschaltet sein!
Carnaval International de Victoria
Dates : 25 - 27 April 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : National
Event Dates : 25 - 27 April 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Seychelles Tourism Board
Address : PO Box 1262 , Victoria , Mahé
Tel : +248 4 67 13 00
Fax : +248 4 62 06 20
Email : events@seychelles.travel
Website : www.seychelles.travel
Description
In an initiative that echoes the fact that, since those days of its first settlement, Seychelles has always been a rich melting pot of peoples from the four corners of the planet, Seychelles, in 2014, is set to become the stage for representatives of the world’s most prestigious carnivals.
The Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria will be held over a three-day period in April 2014, when it will become a focal point for representatives from the world’s most famous carnivals who will be invited to the islands to take part in this exciting international event.
Promising to be the focus of international as well as local attention, the Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria will feature a procession of colourful floats representing the various participants’ national carnivals, as well as a raft of other dedicated activities all of which will fall under the carnival’s theme.
Widespread international press coverage is expected for this colourful event which is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, as it brings the lively ambiance of international carnival time to the islands.
May 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
escription
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
FetAfrik
Dates : 23 - 25 May 2014
Details
Island : Mahé Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : 23 - 25 May 2014
Location : Various Location on Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Ministry of Tourism and Culture
Address : c/o National Library, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 29 52 00
Fax : +248 4 22 46 21
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Description
FetAfrik is a multi-artistic festival, a colourful expression of African and Kreol culture and also the Seychellois way of celebrating Africa Day, on the 25th May.
This annual event was first celebrated in 1999 and has since gained popularity as it has seen the participation of renowned regional artists such as Nandipa Madikiza, fashion designer from South Africa; “Soley Leve” music & dance group from Mauritius and many more... Contact Ministry of Tourism and Culture tel +248 4 32 13 33, fax +248 4 32 21 13.
Miss Seychelles...another world 2014
Dates : 31 May 2014
Details
Island : Mahé Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : 31 May 2014
Location :
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Seychelles Tourism Board
Address : PO Box 1262, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 67 13 00
Fax : +248 4 62 06 20
Email : events@seychelles.travel
Website : www.missseychelles.info
Description
Seychelles enters the world of beauty pageants.
With a world of exotic Seychellois Creole beauties to choose from, the Seychelles Tourism Board is set to launch the Miss Seychelles...another world beauty pageant.
Seychelles prides itself on its grand diversity of islands, culture, cuisine and flora & fauna and also on the diverse ethnicity of its population. The briefest stroll through the streets of Victoria or any village in the archipelago will expose the natural elegance, beauty of the Seychelloises, not to mention their exquisite dress-sense. The mixture of the races which make up the Seychellois population, particularly over recent generations, has produced exotic blood-lines and, in turn, beautiful Creole women, stunning and vivacious enough to grace any catwalk in the world.
It is this wealth of talent that the Miss Seychelles...another world beauty pageant looks to tap into, to provide the nation with a beauty queen who, by virtue of her good looks and vibrant personality, will be worthy to enter the Miss World Beauty Pageant, the planet’s most famous beauty competition that offers a world of opportunity to participants.
In addition, the future Miss Seychelles...another world will play an active role in supporting such national organisations as the Seychelles Tourism Board both at home and abroad. The winning contestant’s role will involve representing Seychelles at prestigious local events and abroad at Trade Fairs, Investment Forums and other important functions that will benefit from the presence of Seychelles’ very own beauty queen.
June 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
July 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
August 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
South East Monsoon Sailfish Tournament
Dates : 9 August 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Fishing
Event Dates : 9 August 2014
Location : Marine Charter, Victoria, Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Marine Charter Association
Address : PO Box 469, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 21 26
Fax : +248 4 22 46 79
Description
1-day trolling - only tournament from 0500hrs to 1700hrs. Please contact the Marine Charter Association for entry forms and tournament rules at email: Diese E-Mail-Adresse ist vor Spambots geschützt! Zur Anzeige muss JavaScript eingeschaltet sein!
Feast of the Assumption of Mary
Dates : 15 August 2014
Details
Island : La Digue
Type of Event : Religious
Event Dates : 15 August 2014
Location : La Digue
Organisers Contact Details
Name : La Digue Board
Address : Anse Reunion, La Digue
Tel : +248 4 23 45 96
Description
The Feast of the Assumption of Mary is dedicated to the church of La Digue and is very popular with Seychellois from all islands who flock to the island for the occasion.
For further information please contact the La Digue Board on telephone number +248 4 23 45 96.
September 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Vinayagar Chadurthi
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Religious
Event Dates : September 2014
Location : Hindu Temple, Victoria, Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : ARULMIKUNAVASAKTHI VINAYAGAR Temple
Address : PO Box 1193, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 47 01
Description
It is celebrated all over the Hindu communities worldwide to mark the anniversary of 'Lord Vinayagar', The Elephant God.
Seychelles Round Table Regatta
Dates : 26 - 28 September 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Sailing
Event Dates : 26 - 28 September 2014
Location : Beau Vallon Beach, Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Round Table Seychelles
Address : PO Box 492, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 72 70 07
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Website : www.rtseychelles.sc
Description
The Round Table Regatta has become an important national event in the Island’s calendar. The event will span over one weekend, from the 26th to the 28th September 2014 and takes place on the popular Beau Vallon Beach Front. The event’s jam-packed schedule includes numerous sports competitions, live performances by local artists as well as many fairground games. The weekend culminates with a hilarious ‘Greasy Pole Contest’, where competitors struggle to reach a cash prize fixed on top of a 6-metre wooden pole smothered in grease. Last, but far from least, is the all-important lottery draw at 1800hrs on Regatta Sunday.
Local and International companies alike support the event by manning food and beverage stalls or running promotional stations where the crowds benefit from generous give-aways and reduced prices on goods. All in all, the Round Table Regatta weekend brings many Seychellois and tourists together in a high-spirited, cause-driven event.
World Tourism Day
Dates : 27 September 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : National
Event Dates : 27 September 2014
Location : Mahé, Praslin and La Digue
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Seychelles Tourism Board (STB)
Address : Events & Conferencing, PO Box 1262, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 67 13 00
Fax : +248 4 62 06 20
Email : events@seychelles.travel
Description
World Tourism Day is celebrated on the 27th September each year. Various activities held in the preceding days create an ideal forum to increase public awareness on the importance of the tourism industry in Seychelles. Contact the Seychelles Tourism Board for details.
October 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
Description
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
Deepavali
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Religious
Event Dates : October 2014
Location : Sports Complex, Roche Caiman
Organisers Contact Details
Name : ARULMIKUNAVASAKTHI VINAYAGAR Temple
Address : PO Box 1193, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 47 01
Description
Deepavali signifies the advent of joy and happiness. It is also believed that goddess Lakshmi graces the shops and houses on this day and showers her blessings and bestows good fortune upon her worshippers.
Seychelles India Day
Dates : 4 - 6 October 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : 4 - 6 October 2014
Location : Various Locations
Organisers Contact Details
Name :
Address : PO Box 847, Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles
Tel : +248 273 02 24 / 271 65 51
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Website : www.seychellesindiaday.com
Description
It has been 243 years since the 1st ship with Indians landed in Seychelles. Since then they have become an integral part of Seychelles culture and society. We now take pride in commemorating their contribution to our beautiful country by celebrating the 2nd edition of Seychelles India Day.
Seychelles India Day celebrations shall span over three days comprising of Indian food, music, dance & workshops (vocal, dance, and culinary workshops) conducted by Indian celebrities & attended by Seychellois. What better than Bollywood in its 100th year of stars & stardom to light up India aligned off-shore celebrations. To ensure a local flavour, alongside Bollywood stalwarts performing, locales too will be promoted to showcase their talents.
La Digue Offshore Tournament
Dates : 11 October 2014
Details
Island : La Digue
Type of Event : Fishing
Event Dates : 11 October 2014
Location : La Digue
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Marine Charter Association
Address : PO Box 469, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 21 26
Fax : +248 4 22 46 79
Description
This one-day fishing competition, held in October, includes bottom fishing and trolling. Prizes will be awarded for different categories.
Festival Kreol
Dates : 25 - 31 October 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural, Eco tourism
Event Dates : 25 - 31 October 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Ministry of Tourism and Culture
Address : Culture Division, National Library Building, Francis Rachel Street, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 29 52 00
Fax : +248 4 22 46 21
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Website : www.seychelles.net/festivalkreol
Description
You can hear it in the music. You can feel it in the rhythm. You can taste it in the food. Festival Kreol is the biggest and most important event of the Seychelles cultural calendar. It offers the visitor a fascinating week full of the colours, sounds, flavours and fragrances of one corner of the Creole world that treasures its traditions while embracing the opportunities of the present.
Please contact the Culture Division of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture for additional details.
November 2014
Cultural Bazars
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Cultural
Event Dates : March 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé.
Organisers Contact Details
Name : District Administrator
Address : Beau Vallon, Mahé
Tel : +248 2 78 34 13
escription
Enjoy a selection of unique locales where you can meet the Seychellois people and experience a taste of island style way of living, accompanied by a serenade of Creole music.
Bazar Labrinn is one of the legendary Bazar where shoppers come to stock up on their supply of vegetables, fruits, and local delicacies and where visitors to our islands can enjoy a unique opportunity to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional snacks and beverages – all within an authentic Seychellois Creole ambiance.
Bazar Ovan provides another excellent opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and participate in a true celebration of the vibrant Seychellois Creole culture to the rhythms of Creole music which takes place in the pastoral south of the island.
Victoria Bazar is an Authentic and lively ambiance that is reflective of the Seychellois Creole way of life where vendors sell a variety of goods ranging from arts and crafts to exotic culinary delicacies and beverages to the accompaniment of local musicians in an atmosphere that’s strictly Creole.
SUBIOS
Dates : 21 - 23 November 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Diving, Eco tourism
Event Dates : 21 - 23 November 2014
Location : Various locations on Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Seychelles Tourism Board (STB)
Address : Events & Conferencing, PO Box 1262, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 67 13 00
Fax : +248 4 62 06 20
Email : events@seychelles.travel
Website : www.subios.com
Description
SUBIOS 2014 will take place between 21st to 23rd November 2014.
SUBIOS is an annual underwater film and image festival combining a range of daytime diving and snorkelling activities with free evening programmes of films, video and slide presentations by acclaimed guest speakers from around the world as well as local ones.
SUBIOS 2014 will feature a variety of events and presentations throughout the period of the festival. It will also include several photographic and video graphic contests for visitors and locals alike in the ‘Best Image’, ‘Best Video’, ‘Best Image of Seychelles’ and ‘Best Local Video’ categories.
The festival’s aim is to promote marine-based tourism in Seychelles and at the same time, to sensitize the local population to the importance of the role of the marine world in Seychelles’ environment.
Please visit the SUBIOS website for more details and entry forms at www.subios.com.
Marine Charter Assoc. Marlin Tournament
Dates : 29 November 2014
Details
Island : Mahé
Type of Event : Fishing
Event Dates : 29 November 2014
Location : Marine Charter, Victoria, Mahé
Organisers Contact Details
Name : Marine Charter Association
Address : PO Box 469, Victoria, Mahé
Tel : +248 4 32 21 26
Fax : +248 4 22 46 79
Description
This 1-day Trolling only tournament will be held in November 2014. The tournament hours usually run from 0300hrs-1700hrs. Cash prizes for each fish category plus prizes for the Best Team and the Best Runners-Up.r r Please contact the Marine Charter Association for information. Tel +248 4 51 34 75
Registration fee: SCR 1,000 per boat & CSR 500 per person
December 2014
No Event has been scheduled for this month.