When the sun goes down over Roatán, Ronis Villeda and Evlyn Ramos light up the sand. Roatan Fire is the island’s fire show: about 25 minutes of fire dance, music and island energy on the beach, a few steps from the audience. You can catch it every week at beach resorts in West Bay, or book it as a private show for your wedding or event anywhere on the island.
- Show: about 25 minutes, 9 to 10 fire acts.
- Weekly nights (West Bay): Wednesday 8:00 pm at Mayan Princess, Friday 7:00 pm at Infinity Bay, Sunday 6:00 pm at Bananarama.
- Private shows: weddings and events anywhere on Roatán, from $300.
- Ask or book: WhatsApp +504 3320-2450.
What you will see
Each act uses a different fire technique, one after the other. Depending on the night and the venue, the show can include:
- fire staff and fire fans with five flaming fingers each
- fire whip and fire hat
- fire juggling balls and triple fire poi
- fire chain and fire umbrella
- fire hula hoop
It is a show for everyone: families, couples and groups of friends watch it from their table or standing barefoot on the sand.
Who performs
Ronis Villeda learned from Paul Abel, a Canadian artist who graduated in art in Canada and brought fire shows to Roatán. Ronis started working with Paul in 2007 making signs, paintings and crafts, began fire training in 2008, and in 2010 they made their first sand sculptures at the Mahogany Bay port. When Paul moved to Grand Cayman in 2017, Ronis and his wife Evlyn Ramos kept the shows going for Paul until the pandemic closed everything in 2020. In 2021 they started again and bought the business from Paul. Today they perform together, and on some nights their nephew Junior Villeda joins them.
In the press
Their story was told by PÄYÄ, the Roatán magazine, in “Whipping up the Fire” (2023, updated October 2026), and a photo of Evlyn dancing with fire was chosen for the cover of the Roatan Map (February 2025). Read more about us.
Where to see a fire show in Roatan at night
If you are looking for something to do in Roatán after dark, the fire show on the sand is one of the island’s classic nights out. These are the regular nights at West Bay, confirmed in October 2026:
| Night | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 8:00 pm | Mayan Princess, West Bay |
| Friday | 7:00 pm | Infinity Bay, West Bay |
| Sunday | 6:00 pm | Bananarama, West Bay |
Nights and times can change with the season or the weather, so before you go send us a WhatsApp at +504 3320-2450. Arrive a little early to get a good spot on the sand.
Fire show for weddings and private events
We bring the show to weddings, birthdays, resort nights, beach parties and corporate events anywhere on the island. Private fire shows start from $300. Tell us the date, the place and how many guests you expect, and we will suggest the right show for you. Ronis also creates sand sculptures for weddings, holidays and special occasions, like this one for New Year 2025 at Infinity Bay.
Ask for a quote or write to us on WhatsApp: +504 3320-2450.
Questions we get asked
Where can I see the fire show this week?
Regular nights are Wednesday 8:00 pm at Mayan Princess, Friday 7:00 pm at Infinity Bay and Sunday 6:00 pm at Bananarama, all in West Bay. Message us on WhatsApp to confirm before you go.
How long is the show?
About 25 minutes, with 9 to 10 acts.
Is it safe to watch?
Yes. The performers keep a safe distance from the audience, and in all their years of shows no spectator has been hurt.
Can you perform at our wedding or hotel?
Yes. Private fire shows start from $300 and we travel to any part of Roatán. Contact us with the date and place and we will tell you what is possible.
Do you also offer tours?
Yes. During the day Ronis runs private tours for cruise passengers and resort guests, like the Maya Eden, Beach and History Tour or a personalized adventure built around what you want to see.