A Year of Celebrations
Suriname is a land of festivals. The multicultural society has an impressive calendar reflecting its diverse traditions, many of which are also celebrated by the diaspora in the Netherlands.
National and Cultural Celebrations
Major celebrations include Keti Koti (July 1st, abolition of slavery), Holi Phagwa (spring color festival), Divali (festival of lights), Ied ul-Fitr, and the Javanese New Year with slametan ceremonies.
Festivals in the Netherlands
The Kwaku Festival in Amsterdam is the largest multicultural summer festival, alongside Bigi Spikri and various Suriname festivals across Dutch cities.
The Connecting Power of Festivals
Festivals serve as essential moments of cultural transfer, connecting generations and inviting broader Dutch society to experience the richness of Surinamese culture. SGG regularly organizes events fulfilling this connecting role.
