Guam History & Chamorro Heritage Day (Discovery Day)
about Guam History & Chamorro Heritage Day (Discovery Day)
- Dates: 2/28/2025, 3/1/2025, 3/2/2025, 3/3/2025
- Location: Humåtak Bay
Guam History & Chamorro Heritage Day (Discovery Day)
February 28 – March 3, 2025
Humåtak Bay
Guam Discovery Day falls on the first Monday of March every year and takes place on March 3rd this year. The holiday commemorates the day Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan first landed on Guam and is the event that kicks off ‘Mes Chamorro’ (or Chamorro Heritage Month). The celebration is hosted in the village of Umatac, showcasing the rich heritage of the Chamorro people through heritage walking tours along with a theatrical re-enactment of the explorer’s landing on the island. Enjoy live entertainment, cultural performances, and taste local delicacies of the island.
CONTACT: (671) 747-2932 or the Umatac Mayors Office at (671) 828-8251
