Throughout the year, there are many activities for children that celebrate local traditions, such as Pirates Week, Junior Batabano, CayMAS's Teen Jam.
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For the most up to date information on all the big event happenings in the Cayman Islands, see the comprehensive events calendar on Explore Cayman. Family friendly events can also be found on the events calendar on Cayman Parent.
Afternoon Tea
Children love to be taken out for afternoon tea, as it makes them feel very special and grown up. There are several places in Cayman where you can go for afternoon tea.
Every Bloomin’ Thing has a charming English tearoom where they offer traditional cream tea and freshly made scones, quiche, soups and tea sandwiches. Open seven days a week. Reservations are recommended. Call (345) 945 1701 or email: info@ebt.com.ky.
Anchor & Den, located at the Grand Cayman Marriott Resort on Seven Mile Beach, offers an Alice in Wonderland inspired Mad Tea Party on selected Saturdays from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Enjoy decadent cakes, a chocolate fountain and special ‘drink me’ potions. You must have a minimum of 10 guests to book. Check their Facebook page or or call (345) 949 0088.
Indulge in the refined elegance of afternoon tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman at Silver Palm Lounge. They host a traditional British afternoon tea with a delightful array of scrumptious pastries, freshly bakes scones, sandwiches and perfectly brewed teas. Reservations are required for this iconic Ritz-Carlton tradition. The event is held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday only, from 2-4pm. Prices start at CI$50 for adults.
They also offer a Little Cayman Kids' Tea for children, plus holiday-themed events around Easter and Christmas that are extremely popular with children and perfect for families. Please call (345) 815 6912 for reservations or visit their website for more information.
Pedro St. James, located in Savannah, offers a High Tea Tour which includes a selection of teas, sandwiches and pastries. This guided tour also consists of a 3D multi-sensory documentary in its theatre. For bookings call (345) 947 3329, email: info@pedrostjames.ky or visit their website.
Budding Chef Cooking Classes
Bon Vivant sometimes run after-school and weekend classes designed to inspire budding young chefs (aged 4-12 years). They’ll learn basic cooking skills and create delicious and nutritious dishes. For more information, call (345) 623 2665, email: info@bonvivant.ky or visit their website.
Cadet Corps
The Cayman Islands Cadet Corps is an organisation which has a strategic focus on developing young Caymanian boys and girls while providing viable pathways for careers in the uniformed services. The programme also offers a wide range of activities, including drills, field craft, adventure, navigation, first aid, music and water-based activities, for high school kids aged 11-18. For more information, call (345) 244 8301 or email cadetcorps@gov.ky. You can also find them on Facebook or on Instagram.
Cayman Youth Choir
The Cayman Youth Choir is open to youngsters aged 4-18 years old and is free to join. No audition is necessary. For more information, email: Naomi Allnutt at caymanyouthchoir@gmail.com, call her on (345) 922 2079 or visit the Cayman Youth Choir Facebook page.
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Cultural Workshops
The Mission House hosts traditional craft and cultural classes and workshops. For more information email historic@nationaltrust.org.ky or visit their facebook @missionhousecayman.
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) plays a pivotal role in educating students about the arts and culture of the Cayman Islands. The comprehensive lesson support offered by CNCF equips educators with an abundance of resources for use in educational environments. CNCF also offers tours of the Mind’s Eye Centre, home of the late Miss Lassie Bush, Cayman’s acclaimed visionary, intuitive artist. During the tour, students explore the artist’s work, and view traditional Caymanian architecture while learning about traditional industries and pivotal moments in Cayman's history. Mind’s Eye tours are by appointment only. For more information, call (345) 949 5477, email programmes@artscayman.org or visit www.artscayman.org.
The National Trust
This conservation-focused non-profit organisation offers programmes for kids on topics such as coral reefs, Blue Iguanas, traditional Caymanian homes and much more. The National Trust also offers a family programme called ‘Families in the Wild’, which is aimed at creating opportunities for families to enjoy the great outdoors together.
For further information on the National Trust, refer to our section on Cultural & Educational Programmes, visit www.nationaltrust.org.ky or call (345) 749 1121.
Scouts & Girlguiding
Girlguiding Cayman Islands gives girls (five years and up) and women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to the community. Sections include: Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers (senior section). Members enjoy a variety of annual events including camps, sleepovers, leadership days and pack holidays. For more information visit their facebook: @girlguidingcaymanislands, website: www.girlguiding.ky or email: ggcimarketing@gmail.com.
The Scouts Association offers a fun, non-formal educational programme that encourages the holistic development of boys, mainly through enjoyable outdoor activities. Programmes offered include the Beaver-Scout programme (6-8 years), the Cub-Scout programme (8-11 years) and the Scouts programme (11-19 years), where boys of all ages will enjoy developing vital skills and earning badges. Groups meet weekly in different districts. There are at least 300 local members promoting exploration and the development of leadership skills through fun activities. For more information call (345) 939 8813 or visit www.ciscouts.ky.
Storytelling & Singalong
Children love being read aloud to, and the stories can help to develop their imaginations as well as teach them values. Story-time is a gentle introduction to learning to sit still and listen, and more importantly, to be around other children.
Next Chapter, located next to Starbucks in Camana Bay, hosts Storytime on the first Sunday of every month. Join them at Gardenia Court (located just behind Next Chapter) for wonderful storytime sessions that will ignite children’s imaginations - surrounded by greenery and in the fresh air. Tel: (345) 640 BOOK (2665) or visit their website.
