THE Anna Regina Car Park came alive with colour, rhythm, and patriotism on Saturday evening as Region Two hosted the National Patriotic Concert in celebration of Guyana’s 59th Independence Anniversary.

Under the rainy Essequibo sky, hundreds gathered to witness a dazzling showcase of talent, diversity and national pride organised by the Government of Guyana as part of the official Independence programme.

The Concert was graced by President Irfaan Ali who interacted with the audience and even danced to the beats of Tassa music.
The atmosphere was one with togetherness and unity and showed how untied Guyanese are.

From the opening of the concert, the air buzzed with excitement and unity.
The evening began on a reverent note with interfaith prayers from Christian, Muslim, and Hindu representatives—honouring Guyana’s deep spiritual roots and setting a tone of inclusivity.
The stage was then set ablaze with cultural brilliance, starting with an Indigenous dance performance by the Riverside Angels, captivating the audience with graceful movements that echoed the rich traditions of Guyana’s first peoples.

They were neatly dressed and performed energetically on stage.
Daniella Araujo delivered a powerful spoken word piece that stirred hearts and invoked deep reflection on identity, struggle and triumph.
The atmosphere shifted from solemn to soaring as the Song of the Republic was beautifully rendered by Edon Singh, followed by passionate renditions of national songs by the Essequibo School Choir, including the moving “Guyana the Free.”

Edon Singh from Charity who was born without arms and legs amazed the audience with his song.
The musical journey continued with standout performances from regional and national artistes, each one adding their own flavour to the patriotic celebration.
B. Nick’s heartfelt “Essequibo My Home” resonated deeply with the local crowd, while Diana Chapman warmed hearts with “My Home” and “Oh Beautiful Guyana.”
Many persons were seen waving the Guyana flags supporting the artistes.

Simeon Raywaram electrified the stage with “Welcome to Guyana” and “Guyana, I Want to Serve My Country,” evoking cheers and applause for his spirited delivery.
Ego’s “Never Trade Guyana” struck a chord of loyalty, while Kevin Singh had the crowd swaying with “My Baby Guyana” and “Dance in Love.”

Messages of love, unity, and national identity continued with Nesta’s “Togetherness” and the elegant Blooming Divas, who dazzled with a traditional Indian dance.
Stephen Ramphal’s performances of “Guyana My Home” and “Love is a Trend” brought a blend of modern rhythm and patriotic emotion.

One of the night’s most precious moments came with the musical piece “Essequibo Belongs to Guyana,” a heartfelt tribute that reminded all present of the land’s unshakable place in the nation.
The crowd roared as Fusion of Drums delivered a thrilling percussion performance, building up to the much-anticipated feature address by President, Dr Irfaan Ali.

In his speech, President Ali reaffirmed the message of “One Guyana”, calling for continued unity, development and unwavering defence of the nation’s sovereignty.
With renewed energy, the concert continued with the Essequibo School Choir’s rendition of “A Song of Hope,” leaving not a dry eye in the crowd.

The segment “Essequibo On Show” followed, featuring performances by Haresh Singh, Boaz Roberts, Saraswatte Dance Academy and Tapakuma Dance Group, all proudly displaying the cultural tapestry of the region.

OKC the Artiste, stirred up pride with “Guyanese” and “Love This Place,” while Vanita Willie had the crowd lighting up the night with “Put up a Lighter for Love.”
The infectious beats kept flowing with Nekeita’s medley of folk songs, and the tempo lifted with a spirited Chutney-Soca medley by Tony Cutz and Vicadi Singh.

The concert closed on a euphoric note with electrifying performances by Samuel Medas, AW Lyrical, Brandon Harding, and Adrian Dutchin, who lit up the stage with a mix of Gospel, Soca, and patriotic anthems—leaving the crowd singing, dancing, and waving flags high in the air.

At the end of the programme as the rain poured groups held hands and danced together with their Guyana Flags.