Bahamas Upcoming Events
With a rich cultural heritage combining uniquely Bahamian traditions with both colonial ones and international ones, the Bahamas has some of the Caribbean's most unique cultural events. Whatever time of the year you come to the Bahamas, there is probably some event happening somewhere in the Bahamas. The Junkanoo Parade, in January, showcases true Bahamas culture. March brings the world-famous weeklong Bacardi Rum Billfish Tournament. Browse our upcoming events page to see what's happening in the Bahamas during your stay here!
Events
Emancipation Day Celebrations
It is said that the slaves in Nassau's Fox Hill heard about their freedom a week after everyone else, explaining the village's extravagant Emancipation Day Celebrations. Join in with the limbo dancing, see parading calypso bands and pulsate to reggae.
Great Seafood and Heritage Festival
A cultural affair, this festival showcases authentic Bahamian cuisine, traditional music, and storytelling. This takes places at Heritage Village, Arawak Cay
Guy Fawkes Day
This celebration is organized in commemoration of the historic event in Great Britain. It encourages creativity in designing effigies as Guy Fawkes for competition in several categories.
Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade
High-energy Junkanoo parades and celebrations are held throughout the islands on December 26. Many of these activities are repeated on New Year's Day
