The temperature during the winter season in Saipan will feel not much different from the rest of the year – we’ll still be in the rainy season, but this year there’s been a lot more sun than there has been rain.
The main difference we’ll be seeing during these months is Christmas decorations and lots of them. The island loves holding Christmas decorations contests, and I always look forward to seeing what the community comes up with!
(There’s even a Christmas village that I plan on visiting for the first time this year!)
Yup, it might not snow here, but beginning December 01 – February 28, two of the biggest holiday celebrations hug the entire island.
When it comes to events, Saipan businesses and organizations do a fairly great job at hosting them. What makes the events even more exciting during December – February is, of course, Christmas and the welcoming of a new year.
If Saipan is on your travel list during these months, here is a list of events that might help you plan your trip accordingly.
HOLIDAYS AND OBSERVANCES IN THE NMI THROUGHOUT DECEMBER - FEBRUARY
Constitution Day (December 8)
Christmas Day (December 25)
New Year’s Day (January 1)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 16)
President’s Day (February 20)
WEATHER AVERAGES IN SAIPAN DURING THE WINTER SEASON
FEBRUARY
Temperature: high: 84.2°F (29°C) || low: 75.2°F (24°C)
Precipitation: 16.4 mm
Humidity: 78%
Wind: 21 km/h
JANUARY
Temperature: high: 84.2°F (29°C) || low: 75.2°F (24°C)
Precipitation: 22.2 mm
Humidity: 79%
Wind: 21 km/h
DECEMBER
Temperature: high: 86°F (30°C) || low: 77°F (25°C)
Precipitation: 24.2 mm
Humidity: 81%
Wind: 21 km/h
This post is to provide readers with accurate and updated information regarding any and all public events in Saipan, CNMI. If there are any events that are not included in this post, it means that I am not aware of the event and/or that there are not enough details put out yet.
All events and details are obtained from news articles and Facebook pages of Saipan organizations. And, unless stated otherwise, entrance to these events is free.
Please feel free to comment below or email me at [email protected] if there are events you would like to include, update, or remove in this post.
FEBRUARY 2023 COMMUNITY EVENTS IN SAIPAN
(This list will be updated when new events and/or details of current events are announced to the public.)
FEBRUARY 22-26: THE POWER TEAM PERFORMANCE
Hosted By: Saipan Community Church
Description: The Power Team is a group of world-class athletes who performs exhibitions of power, strength, speed, inspiration, and motivation for over 30 years. They also have feats of strength to communicate positive messages to audiences nationwide in churches, civic centers, stadiums, and coliseums.
Times: Feb. 22-25 – 7:00 PM-8 PM; Feb. 26 – 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Location: American Memorial Park, Garapan, Saipan.
For more information, please contact Saipan Community Church Pastor Steve Dame via email at [email protected] or call +1(670) 484-7742.
FEBRUARY 18-19: 19TH ANNUAL TINIAN HOT PEPPER FESTIVAL "PIKA FEST"
Hosted By: Office of the Mayor of Tinian and Aguiguan with support from the Marianas Visitors Authority
Description: One of Tinian’s most popular events each year, the festival pays homage to Tinian’s small but famous “donni’ sali” hot pepper. Activities will include food sales, live entertainment, competitions, arts and crafts sales, and more.
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Fiesta Grounds, San Jose, Tinian
For more information, please contact the Mayor of Tinian event planning coordinator Dorthy San Nicolas at +1(670) 433-1800/02 or via email at [email protected].
FEBRUARY 17: 19TH ANNUAL TINIAN HOT PEPPER FESTIVAL "PIKA FEST" (OPENING CEREMONY)
Hosted By: Office of the Mayor of Tinian and Aguiguan with support from the Marianas Visitors Authority
Description: One of Tinian’s most popular events each year, the festival pays homage to Tinian’s small but famous “donni’ sali” hot pepper. Activities will include food sales, live entertainment, competitions, arts and crafts sales, and more.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Fiesta Grounds, San Jose, Tinian
For more information, please contact the Mayor of Tinian event planning coordinator Dorthy San Nicolas at +1(670) 433-1800/02 or via email at [email protected].
FEBRUARY 17: tRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY BODY ORNAMENT REPLICATION CLASS
Hosted By: Joeten-Kiyu Public Library and Noel Noah Borja Quitugua
Description: Take part in a comprehensive class on artifacts replication such as traditional/contemporary jewelry making/body ornament and miniature wood carving and pyrography – art of burning.
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Joeten-Kiyu Public Library
REGISTRATION FEE: FREE
SEATING IS LIMITED. PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 16 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please call the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library’s Children’s Librarian Celina Foreman at +1(670) 235-7315.
FEBRUARY 13: SUPER BOWL WATCH PARTY
Hosted By: Hyatt Regency Hotel and Brad Ruszala
Description: It’s a Super Monday as the much-awaited Super Bowl LVII game between the Eagles and The Chiefs unfolds! We’ve got you covered from pre-game to post-game and from food to drinks.
Admission Ticket Fee: $30.00 / person (includes breakfast buffet, nacho station, lunch buffet, 1 free beer, 1 free square, raffle ticket, and more!)
Time: Doors open at 8:00 AM
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Regency Ballroom, Garapan, Saipan
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE HYATT REGENCY HOTEL FRONT DESK.
For more information, please call +1(670) 234-1234.
FEBRUARY 10: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: NMI Museum of History & Culture
Description: Fiesta Friday is a once-a-week event embracing local food and entertainment, consisting of around 13 vendors for local crafts, food, and drinks. Entertainment consists of guest performances from local singers and dancers, along with a bouncy house provided for kids’ entertainment.
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: NMI Museum of History & Culture Grounds, Middle Road, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-2160.
FEBRUARY 5: FULL MOON YOGA
Hosted By: Hyatt Regency Hotel and Yogi Instructor, Kerri Bauer
Description: Just like the moon that takes time to be visibly full, yoga done right will help your body reach its full potential in terms of mobility and flexibility. Yoga instructor Kerri Bauer will guide you every step of the way to fitness and well-being with the relaxing sound of the waves and under the moonlit sky. Beginners are welcome.
Admission Ticket Fee: $10.00 / class (includes breakfast buffet, nacho station, lunch buffet, 1 free beer, 1 free square, raffle ticket, and more!)
Time: 5:45 PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Hyatt Beach, Garapan, Saipan
TO REGISTER PLEASE VISIT THE HYATT REGENCY HOTEL FRONT DESK OR CALL +1(670)234-1234 LOC. 5811 / WHATSAPP +1(670) 484-3848.
For more information, please call +1(670) 234-1234.
FEBRUARY 3: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: NMI Museum of History & Culture
Description: Fiesta Friday is a once-a-week event embracing local food and entertainment, consisting of around 13 vendors for local crafts, food, and drinks. Entertainment consists of guest performances from local singers and dancers, along with a bouncy house provided for kids’ entertainment.
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: NMI Museum of History & Culture Grounds, Middle Road, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-2160.
JANUARY 2023 COMMUNITY EVENTS IN SAIPAN
(This list will be updated when new events and/or details of current events are announced to the public.)
JANUARY 27: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: NMI Museum of History & Culture
Description: Fiesta Friday is a once-a-week event embracing local food and entertainment, consisting of around 13 vendors for local crafts, food, and drinks. Entertainment consists of guest performances from local singers and dancers, along with a bouncy house provided for kids’ entertainment.
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: NMI Museum of History & Culture Grounds, Middle Road, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-2160.
JANUARY 22: CHINESE SPRING FESTIVAL LION DANCE
Hosted By: Chinese Association of Saipan
Description: Welcome the Lunar New Year with the 2023 Lion Dance performance. The Chinese Association of Saipan will be traversing specific company locations in Saipan to perform, starting at 7:40 AM at the Chinese Association of Saipan and ending at 4:00 PM at Pacific Islands Club (PIC).
Locations & Times:
7:40 AM – Chinese Association of Saipan || 8:00 AM – Tan Holdings (TSL Plaza)
8:15 AM – Century Insurance (JP Center) || 8:30 AM – Century Hotel || 9:00 AM – Saipan Computer Services
9:30 AM – Transamerica || 10:00 AM – UIC || 10:30 AM – Shirley’s Coffee Shop, Susupe
10:40 AM – CTSI Logistic/D&Q Int’l Distributors || 11:00 AM – Hyatt Regency Saipan
11:30 AM – Aqua Resort Club || 11:45 AM – Majesty Restaurant || 12:00 PM – Canton Restaurant
12:30 PM – Pho Tam Vietnamese Cuisine || 1:00 PM – Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan
1:20 PM – iShop (Crowne Plaza) || 1:45 PM – Spicy Thai Noodle Restaurant || 2:45 PM – Dollar Days
3:00 PM – DFS/T-Galleria || 3:30 PM – The ARC || 4:00 PM – Pacific Islands Club
JANUARY 20: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: NMI Museum of History & Culture
Description: Fiesta Friday is a once-a-week event embracing local food and entertainment, consisting of around 13 vendors for local crafts, food, and drinks. Entertainment consists of guest performances from local singers and dancers, along with a bouncy house provided for kids’ entertainment.
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: NMI Museum of History & Culture Grounds, Middle Road, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-2160.
JANUARY 19, 2023: NMC HEALTH NIGHT
Hosted By: NMC’s Health Squad and CNMI Small Business Development Center
Description: Highlights small businesses, community partners, and programs with a focus on healthy lifestyles.
Health Night will also feature fun and healthy activities:
-Tai Chi with NMC Assistant Professor Barry Wicksman (4:30 PM)
-Zumba with Joe Caranto (5:30 PM)
-Health Screening by the NMC Nursing Club
-Healthy Recipe Tasting by the NMC-CREES Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program
Time: 4:00 PM -7:00 PM
Location: NMC Mango Terrace, Finasisu Lane, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 237-6888 or email [email protected].
JANUARY 13: CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH - MOVIE NIGHT
Hosted By: CHCC Public Health Services
Description: Bring your family and friends and get the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. Information on free cancer screening vouchers and available services in the CNMI will be shared at this event.
Admission: Free
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: American Memorial Park Visitor Center Theatre, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 236-8711.
JANUARY 7: 18TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN THE MARIANAS
Hosted By: Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA)
Description: Join us in Saipan by the sea on select Saturdays in December and January for four full evenings of holiday food, festivities, performances, and fun!
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Garapan Fishing Base, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-3200/1.
JANUARY 6: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: NMI Museum of History & Culture
Description: Fiesta Friday is a once-a-week event embracing local food and entertainment, consisting of around 13 vendors for local crafts, food, and drinks. Entertainment consists of guest performances from local singers and dancers, along with a bouncy house provided for kids’ entertainment.
Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: NMI Museum of History & Culture Grounds, Middle Road, Garapan, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-2160.
JANUARY 4: KOREAN YOUTUBE VLOGGERS AUTOGRAPH EVENT
Hosted By: Saipan World Resort
Description: The autograph event will feature personal appearances by famous Korean YouTubers such as Clever TV.
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Saipan World Resort’s Oasis Lounge, Susupe, Saipan
JANUARY 3: KOREAN YOUTUBE VLOGGERS AUTOGRAPH EVENT
Hosted By: Saipan World Resort
Description: The autograph event will feature personal appearances by famous Korean YouTubers such as MyLynn TV, MyMom TV, and Let’s Play Yura.
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Saipan World Resort’s Oasis Lounge, Susupe, Saipan
JANUARY 2: KOREAN YOUTUBE VLOGGERS AUTOGRAPH EVENT
Hosted By: Saipan World Resort
Description: The autograph event will feature personal appearances by famous Korean YouTubers such as Ddua Dduji TV, Yekong.
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Saipan World Resort’s Oasis Lounge, Susupe, Saipan
DECEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY EVENTS IN SAIPAN
(This list will be updated when new events and/or details of current events are announced to the public.)
DECEMBER 18: PASKONG PINOY 2022 - Pasko Ng Pasasalamat
Hosted By: United Filipino Organization – CNMI (UFO)
Description: A whole day event filled with entertainment and exciting games and prizes to celebrate Christmas. Parol-making contest, games and live entertainment, raffle draws with awesome prizes, and exciting games!
Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Marianas Business Plaza, Susupe, Saipan
For more information, please visit UFO’s Facebook page.
DECEMBER 17: 18TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN THE MARIANAS +PARADE
Hosted By: Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA)
Description: Join us in Saipan by the sea on select Saturdays in December and January for four full evenings of holiday food, festivities, performances, and fun!
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM || Parade Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Garapan Fishing Base, Saipan || Parade Route: American Memorial Park to Garapan Fishing Base
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-3200/1.
DECEMBER 16: FIESTA FRIDAY'S
Hosted By: Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA)
Description: Join us in Saipan by the sea on select Saturdays in December and January for four full evenings of holiday food, festivities, performances, and fun!
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Garapan Fishing Base, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-3200/1.
DECEMBER 10: 18TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN THE MARIANAS
Hosted By: Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA)
Description: Join us in Saipan by the sea on select Saturdays in December and January for four full evenings of holiday food, festivities, performances, and fun!
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Garapan Fishing Base, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-3200/1.
DECEMBER 3: 18TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN THE MARIANAS
Hosted By: Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA)
Description: Join us in Saipan by the sea on select Saturdays in December and January for four full evenings of holiday food, festivities, performances, and fun!
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Garapan Fishing Base, Saipan
For more information, please call +1(670) 664-3200/1.
DECEMBER 2: A CHRISTMAS VILLAGE - CHRISTMAS DRIVE-THRU ON THE HILL
Hosted By: First Lady Diann Torres
Description: A Christmas Village up on the hill is right around the corner and we want to thank all private and government partners for their commitment to take part in making this year’s holiday season one to remember. Our state Christma Tree Lighting has been set as well.
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Governor’s Office Parking Lot, Capitol Hill, Saipan
For more information, please contact @cnmiwao or email at [email protected]
LET'S CHAT!
Which of these events are you looking forward to attending?
