Cricket: 

The Celebrity Cricket Match was added to the Guyana Festival activities in 1997 as a Golden Oldies festival, honouring former Guyana players, most of whom went on to represent the West Indies with distinction. 

Clive Lloyd, the most successful West Indies captain ever, Joe Solomon who effected the run out in the first ever tied Test at the Gabba gound in 1961, the late Roy Fredericks, 1970 Wisden Cricketer of the Year Basil Butcher, Faoud Bacchus, Lance Gibbs and Len Baichan all participated in the Western Union sponsored festival from 1997 to 2002. 

In 2003, the organizers decided to try something new and young.  A team of upcoming Guyanese cricketers who participated in the Carib Beer regional series were invited. This idea added a fresh dimension to the cricket and has grown steadily over the years.  Most recently, the organizers have turned exclusively to the 20/20 version of the game, it's shortest and most exciting format with the participation of the national Guyana team and three teams from various leagues from Canada. 

With lots of prizes and money up for grabs, thousands turn up in high anticipation of enjoying fine Guyanese music, exquisite cuisine and true Guyanese ambiance. 

Cricket, lovely cricket.  Guyana's most popular sport. 

Duck Curry Cook Out: 

The Duck Curry Cook-out is one of the most exhilarating events on Sunday at the Guyana Festival.  Started in 2005, the Cook-out is an alcohol free event for the whole family. 

Come!  look! and join in the fun of the Cook-out!

Listen to the sizzle of the masala, and the scraping of pot spoon on carahy!

Smell the aroma of authentic spices, as ducks are bunjaled to perfection!

As apron-clad cooks vie for the title of BEST DUCK CURRY COOK-OUT this side of the ocean; come take a good look and enjoy! 

The judging of the Chefs' creations is done by blind taste test.  Prizes are awarded to the first three winners and best dressed tent with tassa drummers heralding the Grand Finale. 

The Duck Curry Cook-out has been a huge hit with Festival patrons since its inception, as thousands have enjoyed the ambience of the L'Amoreaux Community Centre and got a taste of the best curried duck in town. 

Taste of Guyana: 

Each year the Guyana Festival expands on the theme, A Taste of Guyana, in keeping with its strategy to make the Festival an expose* of Guyanese heritage and culture in Canada. 

The Sunday Taste of Guyana targets Guyanese taste buds each year.  Organized to coincide with the Duck Curry Cook-out, the Taste of Guyana encourages patrons to come out and enjoy "the flavours, the colours, the music, the TASTE of our beautiful Guyana!".

Begin the day in a true Guyanese fashion ¨C with saltfish and bake.  Then savour a taste of mouth watering duck or mutton curry, pepperpot, dhal pouri  and more.  And if that is not enough, you're invited to top it off with a cup of hot dhal or a piece of black pudding.  

When you feel the urge for something sweet, mosey over to the pastry tent and check out the cassava pone, Chinese cake or pine tarts and if this is not enough, there is jelabi, gulab jamun or peera. 

Burn everything off by wining down to the rhythms of our fabulous DJ's on hand.  Then cool down with a glass of mauby or sorrel drink.

It is the closest you will ever get to Guyana without leaving Canada, exclaimed  Consul General, Danny Doobay. 

Cultural Show: 

The Cultural Show is a family show that celebrates Guyanese heritage through drama, music, dance, story telling, poetry and comedy.  

An integral part of the Festival, the Cultural Show is a must see item.   

Each year different activities are featured. 

Come down to the L'Amoreaux Gym, sit down and laugh till you belly bust! 

Trade and Tourism Exposition: 

The Trade and Tourism exposition, features Guyanese products for the Diaspora and Canadians alike.  Since its introduction in 2004, the Trade Show showcased scores of top Guyanese companies, representing such key sectors of the Guyanese economy as manufacturing, seafood, furniture, food processing, pharmaceuticals, mining, jewelry, crafts, fresh produce and tourism.   

The focus of the exposition has evolved over the years, taking on several new and important roles while still addressing many of the key themes from which it originated.  There is a particular emphasis on showcasing and promoting Guyana and Guyanese products and services while seeking to stimulate foreign interest and, ultimately, investments in Guyana. 

Additionally, the evolutionary process that has resulted from previous trade shows has led to the adaptation of a much more business-oriented character to the event.  Over the years, more than a dozen Guyanese companies have established distributorships, agencies or representative in Canada.  There have also been cases of new and dynamic ideas and ventures arising from the exposition itself, underscoring the uniqueness of the tradeshow and providing a new dimension to this much anticipated annual activity. 

History/ "Histalgia" Room: 

The History/Histalgia Room is located in the upper level of  L'Amoreaux Community Centre and features displays of Guyanese artifacts, history, geography and culture. 

What do you know about Guyana?  What does the word Guyana means? Do you know where it is located? Do you know how Guyana became known as the "Land of Six Peoples"?

Have you heard about Kaieteur Falls? Shell Beach? Black Creek Water? Walter Roth Museum?

Come to the "Histalgia" Room to learn the answers to these questions, and more! Explore Guyana's geography /history / culture. 

Soccer: 

The Soccer rivalry between Guyanese nationals and their friends residing in Canada and the United States is a big hit at the Festival.  Competitive, energetic youths ¨C old and young compete for trophies and medals on Saturday at the L'Amoreaux Soccer Field. 

Softball:

The annual Guyana Festival Softball  match has grown into a popular Championship Tournament over the years and is now one of the main attractions of the Festival.  

Softball  is a favoured past-time sport among Guyanese, especially in the diaspora.  It is therefore only fitting that the Guyana Independence Celebrations feature softball  of a high quality and boasting several top players. If you love Softball, come out and watch this thrilling tournament. 

Car Show ®N' Shine & Lime: 

The Guyana Independence Car Show ®N' Shine & Lime was introduced to the Guyana festival in 2005 and has proven successful in attracting car buffs of all ages. 

The show features some of the ritziest cars prepared to perfection.  There are over 20 categories to participate in, including; Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Rims, Best Custom Car; Best Guyanese Ride, Oldest Ride, Oldest Driver, Best Bike etc. 

Children and Youth: 

The Guyana Independence Festival committee is cognizant of the presence of our children and youths who attend the festival, and thought it imperative to have special activities coordinated for the children.  A special tent is setup for the children and is manned by members of the children and youth committee.  

Domino Competition: 

Dominoes, another past-time activity for many Guyanese is a very popular sport.  The Guyana Festival Committee introduced the Domino Competition many years ago and due to its competitive nature it has grown tremendously.  Various teams from across the greater GTA are secured and many prizes and trophies are up for grabs.  This is an alcohol free event. 

Interfaith Ceremony: 

The Festival Committee hosts an Interfaith Ceremony on Sunday at the L'Amoreaux Centre with contribution from the three main faiths of Guyana ¨C Hindu, Islam and Christianity.  

Poetry and Story telling: 

This event is coordinated by the Pakaraima Group and features poetry and short stories by famous Guyanese poets and short story writers.  

Business Conference: 

The annual business conference is an integral part of the Guyana Festival celebrations. It is coordinated jointly between the Festival Conference Committee and the Guyana Canada Chamber of Commerce. Past presenters included His Excellency Bharrat Jagdeo, President of Guyana, Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, Dr. Eric Hanson, Dr. Suresh Narine and Basil Punit, President GCCC, and a list of other prominent speakers. 

Issues such as Finding Oil in Guyana; Guyana ¨C the gateway to South America; Canada-Guyana at 40: Expanding trade and investment linkages etc. were among previous presentations.  The topics of the conference have focused on doing business in both Guyana and Canada.  They have been on the cutting edge of development, and have all resulted in dynamic economic activity.