The Department of Culture announced this year’s Bermuda Day float winners.
A Government spokesperson said, “The public will note that there were more than 66 entries in this year’s parade. This was the most participants in the last 10 years.
“And against the backdrop of a successful day of energy, culture and tradition, today the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Owen K. Darrell, JP said, “Friday’s Bermuda Day activities truly demonstrated the best of what Bermuda has to offer.”
“Thousands lined streets of Hamilton to witness an amazing display of high energy, culture, heritage, and of course community. Our people came together to participate in one of the most celebrated and anticipated events on our calendar, and I must commend the Bermuda Day parade participants for their vibrant and unique floats and entries.
“There were some very meaningful stories behind several of our float entries, and I wish to thank everyone for their participation. I must also extend a special acknowledgement to all in our community who gave to the Bermuda Day Fund. Their generous donations went a long way in assisting many of our parade entrants.”
The Minister continued, “I am well aware of the hard work, time, effort and preparation that goes into putting on an event of this magnitude, so I also wish to thank the team at the Department of Culture for generating a level of excitement for this year’s parade that helped us reach increased participation. We look forward to hosting an even bigger event next year.”
The Government spokesperson said, “This year’s awards are as follows:
Natural Heritage Float:
1st – Department of Culture
Upcycled Float:
1st – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – Bermuda Alumnae Chapter
Art Float:
1st – Casa dos Açores da Bermuda Ltd.
Primary School Box Carts:
1st – Harrington Sound Primary School
*Special Awards [Open to all judged categories]:
Premier’s Award for Best Float
CedarBridge Academy Float
Reggie Ming Award for Most Beautiful Float
Department of Culture
Minister’s Award for Most Original Float
Vasco da Gama Club
Ruth Thomas Award for Best Heritage Float
Prospect Preschool
Best Preschool Float
Prospect Preschool
Dr. Kenneth E. Robinson Award for Best Primary School Float
Harrington Sound Primary School
Dr. Marjorie Bean Award for Best High School Float
CedarBridge Academy Float
Best Individual Float
The Trash Gobbler [Alexander Winfield]
L.C.C.A. Award for Best Charity Float
Jamaican Association of Bermuda
Best Corporate Float
Padma X [Sophia Cannonier]
Lowdru Robinson Award for Best Government Department
Department of Culture
The Bermudian Excellence Award
CedarBridge Academy Car
Best Historical Float
Elliott School Alumni Association
Most Community Spirit Float
St. George’s Original Dancerettes
Milestone Celebration Award
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – Bermuda Alumnae Chapter
The Resilience Award
St. George’s Preparatory School
Best Tribute Award
Department of Sport and Recreation
Most Faithful Award
One Body in Christ Movement For God’s Purpose Float
The spokesperson said, “Members of the public can rewatch the 2024 Bermuda Day Parade in its entirety here: https://m.youtube.com/@citvbermuda/streams.”
