September is a festive time of year in Belize
It has been tradition in Belize that the Celebrations start in early September leading up to the first national holiday on St. George's Caye Day and continuing into Independence Day, extending the festivities to almost three weeks. Traditional events that have constituted the September Celebrations include the Queen of the Bay Pageant, Carnival Parade, St. George's Caye Day Citizens Parade, Expo, Official Independence Day Celebrations, and live musical concerts.