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Legacy Night 2026

11/21/2026 | Legacy Night 2026

September 17, 2026•2 min read

SANI Legacy Night 2026

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An evening of celebration, recognition, and community. SANI Legacy Night honors the people carrying Surinamese culture forward, with an awards ceremony followed by music, dancing, and pure celebration. This year, we're bringing in a live band straight from Suriname — dress up, show up, and celebrate with us.

What's Included:

  • Awards ceremony honoring community changemakers

  • Surinamese appetizers throughout the evening

  • Drinks

  • Dancing

Dress Code: Smart Casual — look good, feel good!
Limited Capacity

Entry & Pricing:
RSVP is free to get on the guest list. Entry fee required for all attendees.

  • 💰 Early Bird: $30 per person — best deal, limited time

  • 💰 Preferred seating packages available — details to come

  • 💰 At the Door: Higher rate (subject to availability)

Pre-paying saves you money and skips the payment line.

Awards Being Presented:

  • Legacy Award — honoring Surinamese leaders elevating our culture on the global stage

  • Pillar of the Community Award — recognizing long-time supporters who consistently show up and give back

  • Heritage Guardian Award — honoring those who preserve our traditions for the next generation

  • Bridge Builder Award — recognizing those who connect us across distance and difference

  • Youth Leadership Award — recognizing the next generation of leaders already stepping up (subject to change)

Why This Matters:
Surinamese people have been building, creating, and leading across the globe for generations. This night is about recognizing that excellence — the athletes, artists, business owners, educators, and everyday heroes who carry our culture forward. When we celebrate our leaders, we inspire the next generation to dream bigger.

How to Get Involved:

  • Attend: Purchase your tickets early — limited capacity

  • Nominate: Know someone deserving of recognition? Submit nominations by Sunday, November 8th

  • Sponsor: Support the evening through individual or corporate sponsorship

  • Share: Spread the word and bring your community

Questions about Legacy Night? Email us at [email protected]

Can't make it, or want more celebration? Join us the next day for Suriname Day — a free all-day community festival.

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATIONS HERE

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE

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Alyssa Ritfeld

Consultant to SANI

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