Traffic advisory for weekend events: SXM flag day on saturday & middle region & defiance community street sale on sunday

The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) has issued a traffic advisory for a permitted event this weekend, requiring diversions and additional safety measures. On Saturday, June 13, 2026, the SXM Flag Day Mini Parade will start at 3:00 PM in Philipsburg. The parade route will proceed from Walter Plantz Square, along Front Street, Emmaplein, Back Street, and Wilhelmina Straat, concluding at Cyrus Wathey Square. Temporary traffic interruptions are expected along this path. KPSM urges motorists, residents, and visitors to be aware of potential delays, use alternative routes where feasible, and follow all instructions provided by police officers to ensure public safety and manage traffic flow.