Good morning afternoon evening night and welcome to the premier website for the people, culture, history, attractions, schools, and other things in the Corozal District of Belize.
Note: In our 22nd year of service to Corozal, we are continuing
to update this site. Our directory data has been moved to our sister
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Also see Recent News at bottom of page.
Upcoming Events in Corozal
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Mon-Fri, July 1st-5th, Christiline Gill primary school auditorium
Sketching and Oil Painting course for all ages. Includes materials and instruction conducted by Corozal educator and visual artist Hilberto Trujillo, 5 days for $60. Register and pay 50% to save your space. Call or message 653-7282 to register. Christiline Gill
Mon-Wed, July 1-3, Corozal House of Culture, 8:30am-11:30am
Children’s Maya Hieroglyph Writing for ages 6-13, introduction to Maya Hieroglyphs. Write your name and create sentences in Maya Hieroglyphs. Introduction to Maya numbers and the Maya Calendar. Free. 422-0071, message or visit to register. Corozal House of Culture
Mon July 1st to Fri July 12, Corozal Public Library
Summer Program on Plants with presentations on medicinal, edible, and ornamental plants in Belize. The child will be able to grow their desired plant, participate in crafts, etc. At the end of the program will be a field trip to visit gardens in Belize. Registration ends July 2nd. For more info 422-3751 or visit Corozal Library
Sunday, July 7th, 7 Village Council Elections
Village Council Elections 2019 in: Concepcion (Community Center) 9am-5pm, San Victor (RC School) 9am-5pm, Xaibe (RC School) 9am-5pm, San Joaquin (RC School) 9am-5pm, Ranchito (Community Center) 9am-5pm, Calcutta (Community Center) 9am-5pm, Carolina (Basketball Court Tent) 9am-1pm. Check local sources to confirm poll closings and for other villages.
Saturday, June 13th, Corozal Central Park, 5pm-9pm
Art in the Park at Corozal Central Park. This is a monthly event that draws artists and craftspeople from all of Corozal District and beyond. Besides the sale of lovely artwork, there are also vendors for food and refreshments, and often live performances. Call 620-1572 or visit the Corozal House of Culture.
Sunday, July 14th, 5 Village Council Elections
Village Council Elections 2019 in: San Narciso (RC School) 9am-5pm, Buena Vista (RC School) 9am-1pm, Caledonia (RC School) 9am-5pm, San Andres (Community Center) 9am-5pm, San Antonio (Govt School) 9am-1pm. Check local sources to confirm poll closings and for other villages.
Sunday, July 14th, San Joaquin Community Center, 1-5pm
Aventura Archaeology Day with fun for the whole family! Archaeology, artifacts, cultural celebrations, heiroglyphs of kings, throw an atlatl, draw an archaeologist, face painting. Corozal House of Culture
Monday, July 15th, Corozal House of Culture, 8:30am
Ancient World presented by Northwestern University and the Institute of Archaeology (NICH). Information sessions. 8:30am — They Came from Corn; Origins of the Maya. 10am — The Historic Period, Sugar Industry in Northern Belize. By Dr. Cynthia Robin and her team of archaeologists. Call 422-0071, message us or visit to register for this incredible free event. Space is limited. Corozal House of Culture
Tuesday, July 16th, Corozal House of Culture, 8:30am
Ancient World presented by Northwestern University and the Institute of Archaeology (NICH). Information sessions. 8:30am — Chetumal Bay Pottery and Society. 10am — New Research at Aventura. By Dr. Cynthia Robin and her team of archaeologists. Call 422-0071, message us or visit to register for this incredible free event. Space is limited. Corozal House of Culture
Wednesday, July 17th, Corozal House of Culture, 8:30am
Ancient World presented by Northwestern University and the Institute of Archaeology (NICH). Information sessions. 8:30am — Site Visit to Aventura. By Dr. Cynthia Robin and her team of archaeologists. Call 422-0071, message us or visit to register for this incredible free event. Space is limited. Corozal House of Culture
Saturday, July 20th, Mangrove Park, 8am
Beach Cleanup at Mangrove Park at the north end of Corozal Town on the Bay. Join us to help clean up our beautiful northern coast. There will be light refreshments, but be sure to bring your water bottle! For information, contact Ryan Rivera, the Oceana Corozal Field Representative, at .
Sunday, July 21st, Village Council Elections
Village Council Elections 2019 in: Libertad (Methodist School) 9am-5pm, Sarteneja (RC School) 9am-5pm, Paraiso (Government School) 9am-5pm, Consejo (St Leo RC Church Tent) 9am-1pm. Check local sources to confirm poll closings and for other villages.
Mon-Fri, July 22-26, Corozal House of Culture, 8:30am-11:30am
Xo’onex Tsikbal Maya for ages 12 and up, come and converse in Maya. Learn to speak and write Yucatec Maya for beginners and intermediate. Experience the joy of learning our ancient language. Free. 422-0071 message us, or visit to register. Corozal House of Culture
Friday, July 26th, Tortuga Grill, 9am Registration
Poker Run to benefit the Corozal Animal Program. Registration at 9am, run begins at 9:30am. Over $1000 in cash and prizes, ante is $40 for a 5 card hand, includes lunch and raffle ticket. Prizes for best and worst hand, oldest and youngest player, etc. Live band, buffet lunch. Corozal Animal Program
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Saturday, August 10th, Corozal Central Park, 5pm-9pm
Art in the Park at Corozal Central Park. This is a monthly event that draws artists and craftspeople from all of Corozal District and beyond. Besides the sale of lovely artwork, there are also vendors for food and refreshments, and often live performances. Call 620-1572 or visit the Corozal House of Culture.
News and Memories of Corozal
Aventura Archaeology Project, by Robin
Video and gallery for Dr Cynthia Robin’s presentation Aventura Archaeology Project 2019 for Ancient World Week, Corozal House of Culture, 16 July 2019.
Chetumal Bay Archaeology, by Walker
Video and gallery for Dr Debra S. Walker’s presentation Chetumal Bay Archaeology: Shifting Capitals and Fierce Independence over the Millennia for Ancient World Week, Corozal House of Culture, 16 July 2019.
Sweetness and Labor, by Oland
Video and gallery for Dr Maxine Oland’s presentation Sweetness and Labor: The Historic Period Sugar Industry in Northern Belize for Ancient World Week, Corozal House of Culture, 15 July 2019.
They Came from Corn, by Beardall
Video and gallery for Antonio Beardall’s presentation They Came from Corn: The Origins of the Maya for Ancient World Week, Corozal House of Culture, 15 July 2019.
Measles: Vaccines Save Lives
The Corozal Community Hospital/Corozal Polyclinic II reminds you to vaccinate your children for measles. Measles can cause a wide range of problems including death. See their Facebook Page for information.
Maya Wedding Re-enactment and Pok-ta-Pok at Chactemal Site
As part of the Corozal Coconut Festival 2019, there was a sixth Maya Wedding Re-enactment, a Pok-ta-Pok demonstration, and other information presented on 29 March 2019 at the Chactemal (Santa Rita) Archaeological Site.