I’m excited to start doing the Things to Do in Guam Around Andersen AFB monthly list! I include distances from the bases as well in the info, there are 15 on the list this month 🙂
December Things To Do in Guam Around Andersen AFB has several fun events going this month, lots to help get in the holiday spirit. There are Things To Do for everyone! Some include Christmas lights, Giant Gingerbread houses, Santa, Food Trucks, Night Markets, Craft Fairs, & more! There has got to be one that you will find interesting and want to check out!
I’ve also included a printable file at the bottom so that you can print it out and easily see what is going on. Some of the events are this weekend so get ready to explore!
Below is a list of upcoming Things To Do, it will include the event, website, dates, and how far from Andersen AFB & Naval Base Guam (NBG).
2016 December Things To Do
Christmas Village Display – in Hagatna, Guam Nov 27th – Jan 8th Nightly from 6 pm to 8 pm
Check out the Agana Shopping center to see this 9,000 sq ft lighted Christmas village display, free admission, more info on Facebook page
Approximately 35 mins from Andersen AFB, 21 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/qmslighting/posts/1110765585706650
Gingerbread Housewarming Ceremony – in Tamuning, Guam Dec 1st 5 pm – 8:30 pm
Hyatt Regency Guam will have a life-sized gingerbread house on display and entertainment, event is free! Kids who arrive early can help decorate the house as well, more info on Facebook page
Approximately 27 mins from Andersen AFB, 33 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/events/750530355086140/?active_tab=about
Air Supply Concert – in Mangliao, Guam Dec 1st doors open at 6:30 pm
See website to purchase tickets, more info on website
Approximately 30 mins from Andersen AFB, 31 mins from NBG
http://airsupplyguam.com
Tree Lighting Ceremony – on Andersen AFB & NBG Dec 2nd 5:30 pm
Music, refreshments, Santa, crafts & more! Info on Facebook page
Located at Arc Light Park on Andersen AFB & Blue Jacket Field at NBG
https://www.facebook.com/GuamMWR/photos/a.384178258676.208397.289798703676/10155536764303677/?type=3&theater
Street Grinds & Finds Food Truck Festival – Agana Shopping Center in Hagatna Dec 2nd 5 pm – 10:30 pm
Get your foodie fill here eating from the food truck & vendors, more info on the Facebook page
Approximately 35 mins from Andersen AFB, 21 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/streetgrindsandfinds/?fref=ts
Christmas Love From Guam Holiday Illumination Light Park – in Tamuning, Guam Dec 3 – Jan 15th
From 6 pm to midnight during these dates you can see amazing light displays featuring cultural items, carabou, and ‘sandmen’ to name a few, no admission charge, more info on website
Approximately 30 mins from Andersen AFB, 31 mins from NBG
http://www.visitguam.com/includes/calendar-of-events/-Christmas-Love-from-Guam-Holiday-Illumination-Light-Park/517235/668/?anchornum=2
2016 Holiday Craft Fair – at Jeff’s Pirate Cove in Talofofo, Guam Dec 4th 10 am – 6 pm
Great way to find some creative gifts and support local vendors with your holiday shopping, more info on Facebook page
Approximately 42 mins from Andersen AFB, 27 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/events/336121596746638/
Chamorro Village Market – in Hagatna, Guam Wed night markets Dec 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
Food, shopping, dancing, music, carabou riding, culture, & more! More info on website
Approximately 37 mins from Andersen AFB, 20 mins from NBG
http://www.visitguam.com/things-to-do/shopping/chamorro-village/
Mangliao Night Market – in Mangliao Thurs Dec 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th
Shop the weekly market and find fresh local produce, food, & more! Located next to Santa Teresita Church, opens around 5 pm and runs into the evening. More info on Facebook page
Approximately 27 mins from Andersen AFB, 30 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/Mangilao-Donne-Festival-and-Night-Market-193511434150185/
Rota Christmas Walk – in Andersen AFB Dec. 10th 6 pm – 8 pm
Start the holiday season off by walking down Rota Drive and seeing all the light displays set up, live nativity, music, and Santa!
Located on Andersen AFB, 54 mins from NBG
Walk and Run for our Heros 5K – in Hagatna, Guam Dec 10th
USO’s run to support the troops, entry fee required, more info on Facebook page
Approximately 37 mins from Andersen AFB, 20 mins from NBG
https://www.facebook.com/events/1293323657386810/
2016 Seaside Holiday Concert – in Tamuning, Guam Dec 11th 3 pm
Guam Symphony Society will be preforming with a handbell choir, singers, band, orchestra, in a holiday musical experience. More info on website
Approximately 30 mins from Andersen AFB, 31 mins from NBG
http://www.visitguam.com/includes/calendar-of-events/2016-Seaside-Holiday-Concert/517239/668/?anchornum=3
Welcome to Guam Island Tour – starts at Andersen AFB Dec 29th
Free tour for Andersen newcomers to the island, highly recommended! Sign up with AFRC, more info about it on my post.
Located on Andersen AFB, tour of island, and return back to Andersen AFB.
https://www.worldtravelingmilitaryfamily.com/newcomers-island-tour-andersen-afb-guam/
NYE Visit Guam ‘2017 Year of Love’ Festival – in Tumon, Guam Dec 31st 5pm – 12 AM
Entertainment, food, night market, family activities, fireworks & more! More info on website
Approximately 28 mins from Andersen AFB, 34 mins from NBG
http://www.visitguam.com/includes/calendar-of-events/NYE-Visit-Guam-2017-Year-of-Love-Festival/517137/668/?anchornum=5
Guam Boonie Stomps – in Guam, varies Check FB page for current dates/hikes for Dec
Get out and explore Guam on a guided Boonie Stomp/hike! Only $2 per person and some great hikes are covered, more info on Facebook page
Distances from Andersen AFB & from NBG will vary by hike site.
https://www.facebook.com/GuamBoonieStompersInc/?fref=ts
The printable has the list of the 15 things to do that are around Andersen AFB, you can download it HERE *Note the image above is not the printable file and it’s only page 1 of the list, the link will take you to the free PDF file that is 2 pages.
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