Consumption of alcohol is forbidden on some of the islands.
There are several nightclubs on Majuro and Ebeye and some hotels offer traditional dancing. There is a 3 per cent sales tax in Majuro. The following are the dates in 2001 for a small selection of the festivals and other special events celebrated annually in the Marshall Islands. Apr 7 Coconut Cup Sailing Regatta. May 1 Constitution Day Sporting Events and Parade.