Thousands of residents and citizens turned out in their numbers at the Independence Flag Festival concert on Sunday September 16.
Organized by the 35th Independence Committee, the Flag Fest marked the celebration of St. Kitts and Nevis’ National Heroes Day Celebrations.
The concert saw performances by a variety of local and regional artists throughout the night including, Zu, Nicha B, Dejour, Infamous, Byron Messia, Rucas H.E., AkaiiUSweet & Mr. Bagnall.
Musical, entertainment was also provided by the Small Axe Band, Grand Masters Band, Nu Vibes Band International, DJ Tero, TNO sound, Hellfire International, Sweet Sister Sensia and many others.
A highlight of the evening was the energetic performance given by Antiguan soca group Onyan Effek.
Crowd favourite Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall singer, Kranium, rocked the crowd until the wee hours of Monday morning.
During the concert, deputy Prime Minister, the Hon. Shawn Richards who is also head of the Independence committee used the opportunity to thank the audience for showing their support.
The crowd was then treated to a surprise display of fireworks. St. Kitts and Nevis’ 35th Independence celebrations are being held under the theme, “Love, Service, Patriotism and Pride, Independence 35.”