Date

Jul 01 2024

Time

All Day

Caricom Day

Caricom Day is a cultural holiday observed in Guyana and certain Caribbean regions on the first Monday of July annually. It marks the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas on July 4, 1973, establishing the Caribbean Community and Common Market (Caricom). Recognized as an official public holiday in Guyana, where the Caricom secretariat is headquartered, the day involves various activities coordinated by government bodies, including parades, pageants, and awareness campaigns aimed at educating the public about Caricom’s significance.