| July |  |
BayFest -
Festival Place on Prince George Dock in the heart of downtown Nassau comes alive every Saturday to the sounds of Junkanoo and the hottest local bands and entertainers. Craft exhibits and mouth watering native dishes all day long. Junkanoo Rush-out 11am - 12noon. Local DJ Music 1pm - 2pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of: May, July, August, October and November. | Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
Goombay Festival
(Andros) - The village of Andros comes alive every Friday night to the sounds and festivities of Goombay. Entertainment by local dance groups and Rake & Scrape Bands. Native dishes on sale. Festival venues are at Sea View Park in Fresh Creek; Mangrove Cay and Long Bays in South Andros (242) 368-2286 | Every Friday |
Round The Great Turtle Race
(Abaco) - Visiting yachtsmen challenge the speed of their sailing craft in an exciting annual 12 mile race in the waters around Green Turtle Cay & surrounding cays. (242) 365-4271; www.greenturtleclub.com | 2nd |
Annual Racing Time In Abaco
(Abaco) - An exciting week long sailboat race on the sea of Abaco. Onshore festivities include nightly entertainment, free cocktail parties, beach picnics, cultural activities and a grand finale party. For registration forms and information, contact Dave or Kathy Ralph, tel.: (242) 367-2677; Email: davralph@batelnet.bs | 4th - 11th |
3rd Annual Long Island Homecoming
(Long Island) - The highlights of this annual three day celebration include a mutton fest, live bands, cultural performances, special games for kids, domino marches, bingo, the sale of indigenous straw and shell craft and a model boat race. Location The Park at Glinton's | 5th - 7th
3:00 pm - until |
| A church service and early morning health walk (July 5th) kick off this annual event. | 4th |
Bahamas Fly Ins -
Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com | 6th - 8th |
Berry Islands Independence Regatta -
(Andros) A long exciting weekend of native sloop racing amid onshore festivities. Regatta Village, Morgan's Bluff, North Andros. (242) 368-2286. | 5th - 10th |
Savannah Sound Homecoming (Eleuthera) -
The Eleuthera village of Savannah Sound celebrates homecoming with a week of celebrations including a food fest, live bands, drama productions, a Gospel extravaganza, volleyball, basketball and kite-flying contests, fireworks and a health fun run/walk. At the Longley Newberry Park. (242) 332-2142 | 5th - 10th |
Ocean Cabin's 13th Annual Beer Festival
(Exuma) The full moon is said to be most spectacular in the Exuma Cays. Residents of Farmer's Cay observe the full moon with a dusk to dawn celebration. Lots of fun, pizza and beer galore. Ocean Cabin Restaurant and Bar. Contact: Terry Bain, (242) 355-4006/2093; Email:oceancbu@batelnet.bs. | 5th - 10th |
Bluff Home-Coming
(Eleuthera) - The North Eleuthera town of Bluff marks homecoming with a week of festivities including a Junkanoo Parade, food fest, fashion & talent extravaganza, and music. At the Dock in Bluff (242)32-2142 | 5th - 10th |
Parrot Jungle's Garden Of The Groves 4th Annual International Independence Celebration
(Grand Bahama Island) - A cultural extravaganza complete with fireworks, dance performance, food and music in celebration of the Bahamian and American Independence. At Parrot's Jungle Garden of the Grove (242)322-2020 | 7th
12:00 Noon - 8:00 pm |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Independence Day -
A public holiday. The Bahamas commemorates its Independence from Great Britain, with services and festivities throughout the islands. | 10th |
South Andros Coconut & Craft Festival
(Andros) - South Andros celebrates Independence with a day long food fest and craft fair. A model sailboat competition is one of the highlights of this event at Pleasant Bay. (242)369-1688; email d.electric@batelnet.bs | 10th
10 am - until |
Blackjack Tournament
(Grand Bahama Island) - One of several high rolling black jack tournaments taking place at the Casino at Bahamia. For reservations, call (800)432-2294 or (242)350-7068 | 20th |
Bahamas Games
(Nassau/Paradise Islands) - The country's top athletes compete in a challenging inter-island meet involving over a dozen disciplines. (242)394-0445 | 13th - 21st |
| National Dance Company of The Bahamas in Performance (Nassau/Paradise Island) - Information to follow. | 20th - 21st |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Bahamas Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Grand Bahama Island) - To Port Lucaya | 25th - 29th |
People to People Tea Party
(Nassau/Paradise island) - A delightful afternoon of tea and Bahamian hospitality at Government House. The last Friday of the month. (242) 326-5371, (242) 328-7810, (242) 356-0435; | 27th |
Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour Family Tournament
(Abaco) - A fun family tournament. Location Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour Marina. For reservations, call(242) 367-2158; email: abrandbh@batelnet.bs | 25th - 28th |
| August | |
BayFest -
Festival Place on Prince George Dock in the heart of downtown Nassau comes alive every Saturday to the sounds of Junkanoo and the hottest local bands and entertainers. Craft exhibits and mouth watering native dishes all day long. Junkanoo Rushout 11am - 12 noon. Local DJ Music 1pm - 2pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of: May, July, August, October and November. | Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
Goombay Festival
(Andros) - The village of Andros comes alive every Friday night to the sounds and festivities of Goombay. Entertainment by local dance groups and Rake & Scrape Bands. Native dishes on sale. Festival venues are at Sea View Park in Fresh Creek; Mangrove Cay and Long Bays in South Andros (242) 368-2286 | Every Friday |
Cat Island Regatta
(Cat Island) - Native sloop racing comes to New Bight, Cat Island in a long festive weekend of cultural events (242)394-0445 | 2nd - 6th |
Bahamas Fly In -
(Abaco) - Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com | 3rd - 5th |
Fox Hill Festival
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Historic Fox Hill Village celebrates Emancipation with two weeks of festivities. | 14th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Family Fishing Tournament
(Bimini) - A fun family four day fishing tournament which include children under 18. Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina (800) 737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3; Bimini Big Game Club | 5th - 9th |
Rolleville Regatta
(Exuma) - Contact the Exuma Tourist Office at (242) 336-2430; fax: (242) 336-2431 or Kermit Rolle at (242) 345-0002. | TBA |
Emancipation Day -
A Public holiday. The first Monday in August commemorates the emancipation of slaves in 1834. In Nassau, Fox Hill Village is the focus of Emancipation festivities. Here, an early morning Junkanoo festival takes place at 1am, followed by an afternoon of 'cook-outs' (sale of native foods) and cultural events. For more information call Mr. Rahming at (242) 326-7177 | 6th |
Annual Bimini Native Fishing Tournament
(Bimini) - Location: Bimini Blue Water Resort. For reservations & information tel: Bimini General Store at (242) 347-3359. | 6th - 10th |
Rumble in The Jungle Slot & Polka Tournament
(Grand Bahama Island) - One in an exciting line-up of high stakes gaming tournaments taking place at the Casino at Bahmia. For reservations, call (800) 432-2294 or (242) 350-7068 | 10th |
Bahamas Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Bimini) - A must for boating enthusiasts and yachtsmen cruising to The Bahamas for the first time. Make the crossing from Florida to The Bahamas in the company of a florilla of boats guided by a lead boat. Call (800)327-7678 for specific dates. email: emiller@bahamas.com | 15th - 19th |
Annual Bernie Butler Boating Basra Swim Race
(Grand Bahama Island) - Health enthusiasts of all ages compete in the annual two-mile swim race at Lucayan Beach (242) 352-9246; email: jamie@freeportskiff.com. | 18th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 18th |
41st Annual Miss Bahamas Beauty Pageant
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Over a dozen young Bahamian beauties vie for the coveted title of Miss Bahamas in a gala evening of electric anticipation & stellar entertainment. Time: 8pm; Location: The Atlantis. For information, contact Ms. Theresa Adderley, President, Miss Bahamas Beauty Pageant at (242) 356-5933- | 19th |
Bahamas Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Bimini) - A must for boating enthusiasts and yachtsmen cruising to The Bahamas for the first time. Make the crossing from Florida to The Bahamas in the company of a florilla of boats guided by a lead boat. Call (800)327-7678 for specific dates. email: emiller@bahamas.com | 22nd - 26th |
People to People Tea Party
(Nassau/Paradise island) - A delightful afternoon of tea and Bahamian hospitality at Government House. The last Friday of the month. (242) 326-5371, (242) 328-7810, (242) 356-0435; | 31st |
Black Point Regatta
(Exuma) - Contact the Exuma Tourist Office at tel.:(2242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431. | TBA |
| September | |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 1st
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Eleuthera Softball Championship Playoffs
(Eleuthera) - A month-long series of softball championship games held throughout Eleuthera. For information call the Eleuthera Tourist Office at (242) 332-2142; fax: 9242) 332-2480 | all month |
Great Abaco Triathlon (Abaco) -
A festive sporting weekend drawing over 200 international sports enthusiasts. Athletes test their merit in a 0.5 mile/15 mile bike/ 3 mile run Triathlon. Contact T.J. Cesarz at Exclusive Sports Marketing. (561) 2413801 (ext. 112); Bimini Big Game Club | 1st |
Bimini Open Angling Tournament #1 -
(Bimini) - The 1st of a 3 leg series Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 1 (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club | 5th - 9th |
| Bahamas Fly In (Nassau/Paradise Island) - Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com . | 7th - 9th |
Summer Madness 2001 Revue
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A series of humorous skits in which popular local theatrical troop, James Catalyn & Friends, poke fun at a variety of contemporary social issues at the Dundas. Admission is $15. For information (242) 393-3728 | TBD
8:30 pm nightly |
Bimini Open Angling Tournament #1
(Bimini) - The 1st of a 3 leg series Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 pr (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club | 5th - 9th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 15th |
All Abaco Sailing Regatta
(Abaco) - An exciting weekend of championship native sloop racing. Highlights of onshore festivities include a Junkanoo Parade, food fest and fashion Show onshore festivities (242) 367-2344. | 20th - 21nd |
Slot / Caribbean Polka Tournament
(Grand Bahama Island) - One in an exciting line-up of high stakes gaming tournaments taking place at the Casino at Bahmia. For reservations, call (800) 343-2294 or (242) 350-7068 | 21st - 23rd |
7th Annual Bahamas Atlantis Superboat Challenge
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A major international power boat race, attracting some of the world's fastest racing crafts to the beautiful waters off Nassau/Paradise Island. Three days of festive events, culminating in a breath-taking power boat race on the final day. Location: Porter's Cay , Nassau. For information contact the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, tel. (242) 302-2006; for reservations & information, call (800) 722-7466 in the U.S.A. | 27th - 29th |
Bahamas National Bodybuilding Championships
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A national showdown of the best athletes in body building - Preliminaries at 10am. Finals at 8pm. Atlantis Grand Ballroom, Paradise Island. Tickets are $20 and $25. Contact Pal Wong (242) 325-1519 | TBD |
JAMZ Fest
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An open air concert featuring popular international hip hop artists. At the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre. Contact 100 JAMZ Radio Station, (242) 328-4771; www.100jamz.com email www.100jamz.com | TBD |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 29th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
| October | |
BayFest -
Festival Place on Prince George Dock in the heart of downtown Nassau comes alive every Saturday to the sounds of Junkanoo and the hottest local bands and entertainers. Craft exhibits and mouth watering native dishes all day long. Junkanoo Rushout 11am - 12noon. Local DJ Music 1pm - 2 pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4 pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of: May, July, August, October and November. | Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
Bahamas Fly In
(Abaco) - Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com | 5th - 7th |
Bahamarts 2001 Festival
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A festive sporting weekend drawing over 200 international sports enthusiasts. Athletes test their merit in a 0.5 mile/15 mile bike/ 3 mile run Triathlon. Contact T.J. Cesarz at Exclusive Sports Marketing. (561) 2413801 (ext. 112); Bimini Big Game Club | 5th - 7th |
Annual Kalik Junkanoo Rush Out
(Grand Bahama Island) - A colourful Junkanoo "Rush out" and parade in which the major junkanoo groups on Grand Bahama island compete for bragging rights to the Best Music title. An excellent preview of the island's spectacular Junkanoo Festival held on New Year's Day (Jan. 1) 7pm - 11pm Taino Beach (242) 352-8044/5 or (242) 352-7401. | 6th |
North Eleuthera Sailing Regatta
(Eleuthera) Native sailing sloops take to the waters off North Eleuthera, Harbour Island and Spanish Wells in a weekend of championship races. (242) 332-2142 | 10th - 14th |
Wemyss Bight Homecoming Festival
(Eleuthera) - The South Eleuthera town of Wemyss Bight celebrates homecoming in a festive weekend of cultural shows, food, fun games and music. (242) 332-2142 | 10th - 14th |
Discovery Day
A public holiday. Also known as Columbus Day, commemorating Christopher Columbus discovery of the New World.Note: the Bahamian Island of San Salvador is historically believed to be the site of Columbus' landfall in the New World on Oct. 12, 1492. | 12th |
North Long Island Model Boat Regatta
(Long Island) - Dozens of young sailors (under age 1`3) vie for championship in a festive day long miniature sailboat race. An exciting beach volley ball (2 person matches) tournament and food fest take place onshore,. Location: Newton's Bay at Seymour's | 12th |
29th Annual McClean's Town Conch Cracking Contest
(Grand Bahama Island) - The highlight of all day festivities in the fishing village of McCleans' Town is a Conch Cracking Contest an exhilarating count down to see which contestant extracts the highest number of conchs (mollusks) in record time. | 12th |
South Andros Conch Fest
(Andros) - South Andros celebrates Discovery with a day long extravaganza of music and conch feast. Mars Bay (242) 369-1688; email: d.electric@batelnet.bs | 12th
10 am - until |
Halloween Polka Tournament
(Grand Bahama) - One in an exciting line-up of high stakes gaming tournaments taking place at the Casino at Bahamia. For reservations call (800) 432-2294 or (242) 350-7068. | 12th - 14th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 13th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Junior National Power lifting Championships
(Nassau/Paradise Island) Young power lifters of the Bahamas face off in fierce competition at C.I. Gibson Sr. High Gym. Contact Rex Burnside, (2422) 393-8165. | 13th |
| The Eighth International Cultural Weekend, will be held Saturday & Sunday, 19th & 20th October 2002, in the Botanical Gardens, Chippingham, New Providence, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. For more information contact Mr. James J. Catalyn at julcat61@hotmail.com or the Ministry of Foriegn Affairs, c/o P.O. Box N3746, Nassau, Bahamas. | 19th & 20th
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. |
7th Annual International Cultural Weekend
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Come experience the food, music, dance, art and craft of over forty nations at an international cultural weekend extravaganza at the Nassau Botanic Gardens Admission $2 | 20th & 21st
10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Bahamas Culinary Classic
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Culinary competition and a cultural fair are the highlights of this three day event (242) 322-7500 | 20th - 22nd |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 27th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
| Bahamas National Trust 9th Annual Wine & Art Festival (Nassau/Paradise Island) - Spotlighting paintings by accomplished local artists and sampling the finest imported wines at the Retreat (242) 393-1317 | 27th
12 Noon - 5:00 pm |
Bahamas Preview Shows
(various off shore locations) - A unique series of trade shows that bring the Islands of The Bahamas to major cities in the U.S. and Canada. A must for North American travel professionals selling The Bahamas. For dates call (800)453-1013 | TBD |
| November | |
BayFest -
Festival Place on Prince George Dock in the heart of downtown Nassau comes alive every Saturday to the sounds of Junkanoo and the hottest local bands and entertainers. Craft exhibits and mouth watering native dishes all day long. Junkanoo Rushout 11am - 12noon. Local DJ Music 1pm - 2 pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of: May, July, August, October and November. | Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
Governor's Harbour Homecoming
(Eleuthera) - One of Eleuthera's oldest settlements celebrates homecoming in a festive weekend of musical entertainment, food fest, cultural performances, fun sporting contests and special children's activities (242) 332-2142 | 1st - 4th |
Bahamas Fly In
(Abaco) - Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com | 2nd - 4th |
Annual Grand Bahama Conchman Triathlon
(Grand Bahama island) - Some 200 plus sports enthusiasts gather in Freeport/Lucaya for a grueling 0.5 mile (1k) swim - 20 mile (25k) bike ride - 3.5 mile (5k) run. at Taino Beach. For amateurs only. (242) 457-5070; email: www.conchman.com | 3rd |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 10th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
AUTEC Winter Art & Craft Fair Ceremony
(Andros) - A bi-annual showcase of the finest works of artistry by over fifty skilled Andros craft persons. Signature Andros basketry, wood carvings, ceramics, pottery, paintings, home-made baked good, at the AUTEC military base in Fresh Creek (242) 368-2188.
Note: Two weeks advance reservation is required for admission to the fair.
| 10th
10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Christmas Jollification
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An arts and crafts festival showcasing exquisite Bahamian Christmas craft, holiday foods and music at the Retreat. (242) 393-1317 | 17th - 18th
11:00 am - 5:00 pm |
18th Annual Mini Cricket Festival
(Grand Bahama Island) - A tough series of matches pitting local and international teams at Lucaya Cricket Club. (242) 373-1460 | TBD
11 am |
| 8th Annual One Bahamas Music & Heritage Festival (Nassau/Paradise Island) - A three day celebration of national unity. Highlights include two nights of concerts featuring top Bahamian performing arts and, for health enthusiasts of all ages, a fun walk/run/push. (242) 394-0445 | TBD |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 24th |
Haynes Library Arts & Craft Fair
(Eleuthera) - A yearly showcase of the fine art and artistry of Eleuthera. Paintings, ceramics, shell craft, fabric, edibles at Haynes Library, Governor's Harbour. (242) 332-2142 | 24th
10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Bahamas Fly-In -
Private pilots head south to the islands of The Bahamas monthly for an exciting weekend of island life. (800) 327-7678; email: grolle@bahamas.com | Nov 30 - Dec 2nd |
| December | |
Christmas Concert under The Stars
(Abaco) - An open air concert featuring a wide range of tunes, from Broadway hits to traditional Christmas favourites by top local & international performing artists at Garden Theatre, Black Sound Green Turtle Cay. (242) 365-4094 | 1st
7:30 pm |
Annual Pinetree Stables Christmas Horse Show
(Grand Bahama) - Students at Grand Bahama's only stable compete in a fine display of equestrian skills at Pine Tree Stables (242) 373-3600; www.bahamasvg.com/pinetree.html, email: pinetree@batelnet.bs | 1st
10 am - 3:30 pm |
Abaco Cultural Society Fund-raising Party
(Abaco) - Proceeds from this popular social event go to defray costs of staging the annual Abaco Christmas Concert Under the Stars, at the home of Mr & Mrs. Ralph Theile in Green Turtle Cay. Admission $30. Contact Alton Lowe at (242) 365-4094 | TBD |
The Senior PGA Lucayan Grand Slam (GOLF)
(Grand Bahama Island) - Winners of the Senior PGA tee off on the Lucayan Reef Golf Course for a purse of $600,000. Tournament will be broadcast. | TBD |
Authentically Bahamian Christmas Trade Show
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A grand showcase of Things Bahamian - unique, all original, quality craft and products made in The Bahamas: exquisite batiks, ceramics and pottery; shell and fish scale jewelry, wood carving, strawcraft, quilts, edibles, a wide array of Christmas ornaments, and much, much more. To be held at the Nassau Marriott Resort (242) 302-2063; email: erolle@bahamas.com | 7th
10:00 am - 9:00 pm |
Annual Grand Bahama Aids Ball
(Grand Bahama Island) - A major fund-raising event to underwrite public education on AIDS and medication for those with AIDS. Sponsored by the Grand Bahama Aids Awareness Committee. Contact Sandra Mortimer at the Rand Memorial Hospital at (242) 352-6735 | TBD |
28th Annual Night of Christmas Music
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Heralds in the Yuletide Season with an entertaining evening of Christmas carols and humorous skits. Featuring the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band, leading choirs, chorales and musical artists. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of West Nassau. Contact Gerald Strachan at (242) 393-2023. | TBD |
Annual Bahamas Wahoo Championships #2
(Grand Bahama Island) - The 2nd of a 4 leg series. Anglers take up the tough challenge to bait one of the fastest fish in the ocean, reaching speeds up to 70 m.p.h. Location: Lucaya Marina Village. For information call (800) 32-SPORT or (800) 468-4799 or (2420 367-2158; www.bahamaswahoo.com, | TBD |
Festivale Noelle
(Grand Bahama Island) - This popular annual event at one of the island's premier nature retreats includes wine tasting, arts and crafts, live music and much more. Location: Rand Nature Centre. For details call the Rand at (242) 352-5438 | 7th - 8th |
Slot & Caribbean Polka Tournament
(Grand Bahama Island) - One in an exciting line-up of high stakes gaming tournaments taking place at the Casino at Bahamia, For reservations, call (800) 432-2294 or (242) 350-7068 | 7th - 9th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 8th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
Annual Abaco Christmas Bazaar
(Abaco) - An all day cultural extravaganza featuring Christmas craft, games, down home Abaco dishes, choirs and Karate demonstrations. At Yamahama Park, Marsh Harbour. (242) 367-3067. | 8th |
Annual Renaissance Singers Christmas Concert
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Presenting an evening of classic, modern & ethnic Christmas music, performed by the Bahamas' leading choral at Government House Ballroom. Contact Pauline Glasby at (242) 302-4512 or (242) 328-8553. Tickets are available at Arthur D. Hanna & Co., Deveaux & Dowdeswell Streets, (242) 322-8306 | 10th - 14th
8:30 nightly |
Junior Junkanoo Parade
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A competitive display of indigenous Junkanoo music, dance and festive costumes by Primary & Secondary school students. A prelude to Boxing Day & New Year's Day Junkanoo Parades. Contact the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture at (242) 356-2691/2; fax: (242) 356-2693 | 13th
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
National Junkanoo Competition Finals
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - The 'Olympics of Junkanoo', judging the best drummer, cowbeller and dancer in Junkanoo in Rawson Square. (242) 356-2691/2 | 15th
3:00 pm |
Beat Retreat
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - The internationally renowned Royal Bahamas Police Force Band, puts on a show-stopping drill display to the tune of traditional & Bahamian Christmas music in Rawson Square. (242) 322-2020 | 16th
4:00 pm |
Byron Lee & Dragonnaires
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A week long concert featuring the king of Calypso. The Independence Ballroom , Radisson Cable Beach Admission $30. (242) 327-6000. | TBD |
Christmas Day
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A Public holiday, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. | 25th |
Boxing Day
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A public Holiday. The day is a traditional English holiday started centuries ago when nobility & landlords boxed leftover Christmas goodies and gave them to servants and tenants. | 26th
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Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade
(The Islands of The Bahamas) - A spectacular parade of music, dance and costume. On Bay Street, downtown Nassau. (242) 394-0445; fax: (242) 394-5920
In Grand Bahama. Junkanoo takes place along the parade route on West Sunrise Highway from 5pm to midnight. Parades are held on all the other major Islands of The Bahamas - times vary. | 26th
starts 1:00 pm |
Staniel Cay New Year's Celebration
(Exuma) - Residents and visitors to Exuma's beautiful Staniel Cay bring in the New Year with traditional festivities including a sailing regatta, a charity auction and a floating drive (golf). (242) 355-2024; email: dlhocher@aol.com | Dec. 27th - Jan. 1st
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