PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) hereby informs the general public of two permitted events scheduled for this weekend that will affect the normal flow of traffic and require additional safety measures. These events have received the necessary permits and approval from the Honorable Minister of Justice.
KPSM urges all motorists, residents, and visitors to take note of the following traffic diversions and road closures:
SXM Flag Day Celebration
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Mini Parade Start Time: 3:00 PM
The SXM Flag Day Mini Parade will follow the route below:
- Walter Plantz Square
- Front Street
- Emmaplein
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- Back Street
- Left onto Wilhelmina Straat
- Ending at Cyrus Wathey Square
Temporary traffic interruptions are expected along the parade route as participants proceed through Philipsburg. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where possible and to follow all instructions given by police officers on duty.