3 Ways to Spend October at Pelican Beach Resort

This October, Pelican Beach Resort – Dangriga comes alive.. Something is happening every week, and we’ll be honest, that’s exactly how we like it. Whether you’re staying with us or living down the road, here are 3 reasons to visit Pelican Beach Resort this month.

1. Where Garifuna Rhythm Meets the Sea

If you’ve been around Dangriga lately, you’ve probably heard someone mention Paranda Friday. It happens on the last Friday of every month, and somewhere along the way it became the night that many people look forward to. We didn’t plan it that way. People just kept coming back and told their friends!

Local musicians take the stage, and from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM the restaurant fills with Garifuna music, food, and people who showed up for that exact vibe. It’s a small space on the beach, so you’re close to the music. You don’t just hear it; you feel it in your chest. Paranda carries a lot of history and story here in Belize, and it hits different when it’s live and just a few feet away from you.
Never been to one? This month’s is a good place to start. You don’t need to know the songs or the language. Just come in and let it happen.

2. Beach Nights, Big Screen

Bring a blanket. Bring the kids.
Once a month we set up our large 8 ft x 8 ft screen on the beach and put a film on, open to families and anyone in the community. Some months it’s an old favorite; some months it’s a cartoon. The kids spread out wherever they like, the adults finally sit down, and nobody has to whisper or worry about being too loud.
What we like most is how relaxed it is. No big production. Just the water in the background, a screen, and a bunch of people sharing an evening outside. In a world where everyone’s on a phone, it’s nice to have a night where the whole family is looking at the same thing. It’s safe, it’s easy, and the kids usually don’t want to go home.

3. Seaside Rhythms

This one’s for when you just want a good meal, a drink, and some music that doesn’t ask much of you. Maybe it’s date night, friends catching up, or dinner somewhere peaceful. Either way, it’s here every month. A nice spot, good company, and a little background music to match your mood.

We feature local artists, so you’re hearing our very own talent, people you might run into at the market the next day. Think acoustic sets, reggae, and other easy-listening music, with cocktails alongside your dinner. Come early, pick a table, and take your time. There’s no rush.

This October, Seaside Rhythms is also the start of something a little different. We’re kicking off our first Wellness Weekend on October 17th & 18th, starting with an evening of music with Mocha Jewel. Stay the night in one of our Seaside mini suites at a discounted rate, then wake up to sunrise yoga by the water, a fresh healthy breakfast, and some time to simply unwind. It’s a chance to enjoy the music, slow things down, and step away from the usual routine.

Come enjoy the culture, company, or a quiet night by the water, there’s something here for you. Experience all three, or just one. Whichever night calls to you, check our events calendar, mark your dates, and we’ll see you on the beach!