Guyanese celebrate a joy-filled Easter Monday as kites fill Guyana’s skies

Across Guyana, Easter Monday activities unfolded in a kaleidoscope of colour and joy, as families gathered at various hotspots where kites soared and the spirit of renewal filled the air.

At the National Park, fathers stole the spotlight as dozens were seen cherishing quality time with their little ones, fully immersed in the day’s joyful activities.
This publication caught up with Keiron Alleyne, who brought his entire family to the National Park fitting them into his mini bus— with almost every member flying their own kite.
“I’m a 36-year-old father, and I’m out here today because I love to bring out my kids. As you can see, my kids are here, along with my nieces and nephews. One of the main reasons I’m out here is to share the experience with them,” Alleyne said.
He emphasised that this is a tradition he’s committed to maintaining and hopes to pass on in the future. “This is what we do every year. When I was small, I used to fly kites, and now I’ve decided to bring them out and show them how it’s done. I want to come out here with them and show them what fun really is.”
When asked what message he had for persons who usually stay home during Easter, he replied:
“What I want to say to them is—bring your kids out. Help them get their kites in the air and show them what enjoying themselves is all about.”
Meanwhile, another father, Chavez Jairam, who was seen with his daughter, shared how much he was enjoying the vibrant atmosphere with his little one.
“The celebration is going great—you’re seeing a lot of folks and a lot of people coming out. The vibes are always here. Since I was small, it’s been like this every year. Everybody should come out. The breeze is blowing, and despite the little rain, it’s still a vibe.”

Corporate Guyana also chimed in on the Easter excitement at the National Park in Georgetown. One of the standout businesses was Creative Expressions, popular for its face painting, which drew in a large number of excited children.
“So far, things have been great. We had a fantastic turnout yesterday—a lot of kids and their families showed up, and we’re expecting an even bigger crowd today,” a representative shared. “We’re from Region Five. We came a far way, and we hope to leave a lasting impression.”
She also noted how much the children love the face painting.
“Kids love to be creative, and lately we’ve seen that face painting is one way they can express themselves. It can be done anywhere on the body, and we also add rhinestones wherever they choose. Despite the rain, the turnout has been great and we’re hopeful for even more today—it’s Easter Monday, after all.”
Meanwhile, Waynisha St Hall—a yearly exhibitor—also had an engaging booth filled with Easter-themed treats, including Easter eggs and carrot displays.
“It’s been fun! There was a lot of rain, but we’ve had a great turnout. This year, we’re celebrating Kids Fest 592. Every year we do this. Yesterday we had a talent showcase, and today we’re displaying Easter eggs and carrots. It’s been great interacting with the kids—they love exciting things like the ears, the castles—everything that comes with Kids Fest 592 right now.”