The Cayman Islands National Museum is inviting the public to celebrate one of the islands’ favourite seasonal fruits at this year’s Mango Fest.
The event, which will run at the museum from 5pm to 8pm on 4 July and is free, will feature local vendors, mango-inspired food and drinks, live music, traditional crafts and a range of family-friendly activities.
Visitors can also take part in mango peeling and eating competitions, watch dessert demonstrations and enjoy cultural experiences centred around the popular summer fruit.
Ahead of the main event the museum is partnering with Catalina at Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman host a special pre-launch dinner on 3 July.
The ticketed event, which costs CI$35, will feature a three-course ‘Mangolicious’ tasting menu, with each course incorporating mango in creative ways.
The evening, which starts at 6pm, will also mark the launch of the museum’s new fundraising programme.
The museum told Cayman Independent the weekend is designed to celebrate Caymanian culture, creativity and community while highlighting the role mangoes play in local traditions.
Tickets for the pre-launch dinner can be bought at museum.ky/dinnerlaunch
