Cayman Islands Easter holidays

Easter traditions in the Cayman Islands

Easter is a very traditional time in the Cayman Islands. Each year hundreds of locals flock to the beaches and pitch a tent for the weekend. Along Queen’s Highway in East End, and in and around Cayman Kai and Rum Point are all popular camping spots for Easter weekend.

On Easter Monday, the blue skies above Kaibo Restaurant at Cayman Kai beach are filled with colourful, bright kites soaring high in the sky. The annual Kite Fest is in honour of old Caymanian tradition.

Special Easter events are held in hotels and towns across the island as well as churches holding special festive services on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Best places to celebrate Easter in the Cayman Islands

There are many family-friendly events in Grand Cayman around this festive period, including a fun easter egg hunt where hundreds of eggs are buried in the sand and children can dig them up to swap for treats! Gather around the campfire for a feast at Kaibo to celebrate this Easter tradition as you camp under the stars and roast some marshmallows. There is an Easter egg scavenger hunt, and arts and crafts at the Cayman Turtle Centre. There is also live music and a poolside BBQ.

The kite fest is a fun family day out as you honour the old Caymanian tradition of kite flying during the Easter celebrations. Held at Kaibo, you can enjoy live music and fun little competitions as you watch colourful kites soar high into the clear blue skies.

Best hotels to celebrate Easter in the Cayman Islands

Families travelling to the Cayman Islands for Easter will love the 4-star Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. This is one of the largest hotels in Grand Cayman, so should have plenty of availability at this popular time of year. Couples will prefer the boutique vibes of Palm Heights hotels, or if you are looking for a truly special accommodation try the 5-star Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa. Look out for special egg hunts and Easter events at your chosen hotel.