Annual Bahamas Wahoo (Fishing) Championship #3
(Abaco) - Walker's Cay Hotel & Marina, (800) Walkers. www.bahamaswahoo.com | January 16th - 20th |
Abaco Art Festival
(Abaco) - A showcase of fine art by artists throughout the Bahamas. At the Abaco Beach Resort. Open to the public on Feb 3rd (10am - 6pm) and Feb 4th (10am - 2pm). (242)367-2158. email:abrandbh@oii.net | February 2nd - 4th |
Annual Bahamas Wahoo Championships #4
(Abaco) - Abaco Beach Resort, (242)367-2158 www.bahamaswahoo.com | 6th - 10th |
Abaco Ceramics Exhibition & Sale
(Abaco) - Abaco Ceramics, Treasure Cay. 9am - 3pm (242) 365-8489 | 14th |
Abaco Inn Annual Wine Tasting
(Abaco) - For a sampling of the finest in wines from South Africa, Australia and California. Starts at 5pm, at the Abaco Inn, Hope Town. (242)366-0133, www.abacoinn.com, email:abacoinn@aii.net | March 16th |
Artist Luncheon
(Abaco) - Over twenty Abaco artists and artisans gather annually to display their latest works in watercolour and oil paintings, wood carvings, jewellery and pottery. at Abaco Inn, Hope Town. (242)366-0133., www.abacoinn.com, email:abacoinn@oii.net | 17th
11:00am - 3:00pm |
Bahamas Billfish North Abaco Championship #2
(Abaco) - Walker's Cay Resort & marina. (954)920-5577; | Apr. 29th - May 4th |
Green Turtle Cay Spring Arts Festival
(Abaco) - Highlights include a month long art exhibition of works by noted Bahamian painter Alton Lowe; a concert featuring the Key West Chorus and drama productions. (242)365-4094 | May 1st -31st |
Boat Harbour Billfish Blast
(Abaco) - Abaco Beach Resort - (242)367-2158. email:abrandbh@oii.net. | May 7th - 12th |
20th Annual Green Turtle Club Billfish Tournament
(Abaco) - Green Turtle Club. (242)365-4271. www.greenturtleclub.comwww.greenturtleclub.com | 8th - 12th |
Bahamas Billfish Chub Cay Championship #3
(Abaco) - Chub Cay Resort. (954) 920-5577; | 13th -18th |
18th Annual Treasure Cay International Billfish Tournament
(Abaco) - (800)327-1584 or (242)365-8811 email:info@treasurecay.com/ | June 17th - 22nd |
Treasure Cay Art & Craft Show
(Abaco) - At the park at Treasure Cay Beach Resort. (242)365-8811.email:info@treaurecay.com | 20th
2pm - 6pm. |
Bahamas Billfish Boat Harbour Billfish Championship
(Abaco) - Abaco Beach Resort. (954) 920-5577; | 24th - 29th |
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 | July 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 |
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 |
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 | August 3rd - 5th |
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 Trialthlon. Contact T.J. Cesarz at Exclusive Sports Marketing. (561) 2413801 (ext. 112); Bimini Big Game Club, | September, 1st |
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 |
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 | October, 5th - 7th |
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 |
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 | December, 1st
7:30 pm |
Abaco Cultural Society Fundraising 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 |
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 |
Birding & Ecology Adventure
(Andros Island) - Daily birding excursions, lectures on bird habits & identification and mist-netting. Small Hope Bay Lodge. (800)223-6961 or (242)368-2014; www.smallhope.com | January 6th - 13th & 13-30 |
Discovery Yoga Retreat
(Andros Island) - (800)223-6961 (U.S. & Canada) or (242)368-2014; email:shbinfo@smallhope | February 11th - 18th |
10th Annual International Square Celebration
(Andros) - At International Square, Nicholls Town, North Andros. (242)368-2286 | March 10th
1:00pm - 9:00pm |
Nicholl's Town Music, Art & Craft Festival
(Andros) - Sea View Park, Nicholl's Town, North Andros. (242)368-2286 | 10th
9:00am - 5:00pm |
Discovery Yoga Retreat
(Andros Island) - (800)223-6961 (U.S. & Canada) or (242)368-2014; email:shbinfo@smallhope. | 17th - 24th |
Going Back to the Island
(South Andros) - Comes alive in a weekend of excitement and fun of old times. Games. contests, indigenous music, native food, and the highlight, a miniature boat race. (242)369-1688. | April 13th -16th |
AUTEC Spring Art & Craft Fair
(Andros) - 10am - 2pm at the AUTEC military base in Fresh Creek. (2420368-2188. Note: Two weeks advance reservation is required for admission to the fair. | May 12th |
South Andros Homecoming Festival
(Andros) - South Andros celebrates home coming with a holiday weekend of food, music and games. (242)369-1688; email:d.electric@batelnet.bs | June 1st - 4th |
Crab Fest
(Andros) - In celebration of the Androsian art of catching crab. Festivity highlights include a show stopping performance by the Royal Bahamas Police Band; fashion & talent show; live Rake & Scrape Band; crab races and crab cooking contests. (242)368-2286 | June 28th - July 1st |
Goombay Festival
(Andros) - The village of Andros comes alive every Friday night to the sounds and festivities of Goombay. Entertainmnet 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 | July Every Friday |
Berry Islands Independence Regatta -
(Andros) A long exciting weekend of native sloop racing amid onshore festivities. Regatta Village, Morgan's Bluf, North Andros. (242) 368-2286. | July 5th - 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 |
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 | August Every Friday |
22nd Annual Barcardi Billfish Tournament
(Bimini) - Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club, | March 18th - 23rd |
5th Annual Bimini Sailing Regatta
(Bimini) - Enjoy Bahamian Sloop Sailing, food, fun, warm Bimini hospitality, Radio beach, North Bimini. (242)347-3529 | 30th |
Bimini Festival of Champions
(Bimini) - Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club, | May 16th - 20th |
Memorial Day Weekend, Fishing Tournament
(Bimini) - Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club | 25th - 28th |
Salt Water Sportsman Fishing Tournament
(Bimini) - Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club | May 30th - June 3rd |
Fourth July Week-End
(Bimini) - An exciting long week-end of fishing and fun in the Big Game Fishing Capitol. Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007 or (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club, |  |
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, | August 5th - 9th |
Annual Bimini Native Fishing Tournament
(Bimini) - Location: Bimini Blue Water Resort. For reservations & information tel: Bimini General Store at (242) 347-3359. | 6th - 10th |
Bahamas Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Bimini) - | 15th - 19th |
Bahamas Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Bimini) - | 22nd - 26th |
Bimini Open Angling Tournament #1 -
(Bimini) - The 1st of a 3 leg series Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007, (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club, | September, 5th - 9th |
Bimini Open Angling Tournament #1
(Bimini) - The 1st of a 3 leg series Bimini Big Game Fishing Club & Marina. 800-737-1007, (242) 347-3391/3. Bimini Big Game Club, | 5th - 9th |
| Health Assc. of Central Eleuthera Annual International Food Fair - (Eleuthera) - At the Parish Hall in Governor's Harbour. (242) 332-2142. | February 16th
11:00 am - 2:00pm |
Annual Pineapple Art Festival
(Eleuthera) - The Cove Eleuthera Resort, Gregory Town. (242)335-5142. www.thecoveeleuthera.com/packages.html | March 17th |
Friends of the Library Silent Auction
(Eleuthera Island) - Cigatoo Inn, Governor's Harbour. Contact Michelle Johnson, tel. (242) 332-2720. | March 18th - 23rd
4.pm until |
13th Annual Eleuthera Pineapple Festival
(Eleuthera) - A four day celebration of the Eleuthera succulent pineapple. Featuring a Junkanoo parade, craft displays, dancing, a pineapple recipe contest, tours of pineapple farms. Gregory Town. (242)328-0259. | June 1st - 4th |
Bahamas Billfish Harbour Island Championship #5
(Harbour Island) - www.albehrendt.com/bbc.htm | 10th -15th |
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 | July 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 |
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 |
Haynes Library Arts & Craft Fair
(Eleuthera) - A yearly showcase of the fine art and artisanry of Eleuthera. Paintings, ceramics, shell craft, fabric, edibles at Haynes Library, Governor's Harbour. (242) 332-2142 | November, 24th
10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
Staniel Cay 27th Annual New Year's Day Cruising Regatta
(Exuma) (242)355-2024. email:dlhocher@aol.com | January 1st |
15th Annual Farmer's Cay Festival
(Exuma) - A favourite event of yachtsmen cruising The Exuma Islands & a homecoming for the people of Farmer's Cay, Exuma. Festivities include boat races, treasure hunts and loads of fun contests. Contact: Terry Bain, (242) 355-4006/2093; email:oceancbn@batelnet.bs | February 2nd - 3rd |
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. | July 5th - 10th |
Rolleville Regatta
(Exuma) - Contact the Exuma Tourist Office at (242) 336-2430; fax: (242) 336-2431 or Kermit Rolle at (242) 345-0002. | August TBA |
Black Point Regatta
(Exuma) - Contact the Exuma Tourist Office at tel.:(2242) 336-2430; fax (242) 336-2431. | TBA |
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 |
The Carnival Comes to Town
(Grand Bahama Island) - Bringing family fun and excitement; games galore and rides for all levels of midnight, Goombay Park. $2 adults; $1 children (under age 12) | Jan 19th - Feb 8th |
Casino at Bahamia Pro-Am Golf Tournament
(Grand Bahama Island) - Ruby Golf Course, Resort at Bahamia. (242)350-7000, ext.4602 | January 20th - 21st |
Guys & Dolls (Theatre)
(Grand Bahama Island) - A fast moving musical by the Freeport Players Guild at the Regency Theatre. Admissions:$10.00 (242)352-5533 | February 1st - 3rd
8pm |
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House, To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020 | February 3rd
Every second Saturday, at 10am. |
7th Annual Cacique Awards
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An exciting gala awards ceremony, to honour those persons or companies that have displayed excellence in tourism-related jobs or have had a positive impact on the islands of The Bahamas' tourism industry. International awards will be presented in six categories. Rain Forest Theatre, Nassau Marriott Resort & Crystal Palace Casino, Cable Beach. | 4th - 7th
8:00 pm |
10 Guys & Dolls
(Theatre) (Grand Bahama Island) - A fast moving musical by the Freeport Players Guild. 8pm at the Regency Theatre. Admission: $10.00 (242)352-5533 | 8th - 10th |
Grand Bahama Red Cross Ball
(Grand Bahama Island) - Cocktails at 7pm, dinner at 8pm. Tickets are $75.00. (242) 352-7163/3845 | 10th |
Dollars & Cents
(Theatre) (Grand Bahama Island) - A memorable comedy by the Grand Bahama Players. 8pm at the Regency Theatre. Admission: $10.00 (242)352-5533. | 22nd - 24th |
Grand Bahama Humane Society Pet Show
(Grand Bahama Island) - Cats, dogs and other exotic pets strut their stuff. (242)373-3600 or (242)352-2477. | March 3rd |
3rd Annual Garden of the Groves Art Festival
(Grand Bahama Island) - Garden of the Groves. (242)368-2286 | 10th
10:00am - 5:00pm. |
Seven Guitars
(Theatre) (Grand Bahama Island) - A drama by the Grand Bahama Players. 8pm at the Regency theatre. Admission: $10.00 (242)352-5533 | May 24th - 26th |
Annual School's Out Horse Show
(Grand Bahama Island) - A show stopping display of equestrian skills by students of Pine Tree Stables. (242) 373-3600. www.bahamasvg.com/pinetree.html, email:pinetree@batelnet.bs | June1st
10:00am - 1:00pm |
Pirates of The Bahamas 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 | 15th - 17th |
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 ameteurs only. (242) 457-5070; email: www.conchman.com | November, 3rd |
8th Annual Grand Bahama Sailing Regatta
(Grand Bahama Island) - Native sailing sloops - (17' - 28') converge off Grand Bahama Island in a showdown for championship of the seas. Onshore festivities at Taino Beach include music, dancing, food stalls and a Junkanoo rushout. (242)352-8044. | 22nd - 24th |
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 | July 7th
12:00 Noon - 8:00 pm |
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 Summer Boat Fling//Flotilla
(Grand Bahama Island) - To Port Lucaya | 25th - 29th |
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 | August 10th |
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 |
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) 432-2294 or (242) 350-7068 | September, 21st - 23rd |
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. | October, 6th |
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 exhilirating count down to see which contestant extracts the highest number of conchs (mollusks) in record time. | 12th |
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 |
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 | November, TBD
11 am |
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; email: www.bahams.vg.com / pinetree@batelnet.bs | December,1st
10 am - 3:30 pm |
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 |
Annual Grand Bahama Aids Ball
(Grand Bahama Island) - A major fundraising 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 |
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; email 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 |
Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade
(The Islands of The Bahamas) - A spectacular parade of music, dance and costume. In Grand Bahama. Junkanoo takes place along the parade route on West Sunrise Highway from 5:00 pm to midnight. Parades are held on all the other major Islands of The Bahamas - times vary. | 26th
starts 1:00 pm |
| 15th Annual North Long Island High School Basketball Jamboree, (Long Island) - Basketball teams from high schools throughout the Bahamas meet in a major show down in Simm's, Long Island. Fast paced, high energy compenion is the hallmark of this championship series. | February 23rd - 24th |
34th Annual Long Island Sailing Regatta
(Long Island) - An exciting week end of championship native sloop racing in Salt Pond, Long Island. Onshore festivities include a food fete, craft exhibition & sale, games and cultural performances. Contact Mr. Henderson Burrows, (242)394-1535, or Mr. Geoffrey Treco, (242)328-2495. | June 1st - 4th |
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 matches, bingo, the sale of indigenous straw and shell craft and a model boat race. Location The Park at Glinton's | July 5th - 7th
3:00 pm - until |
North Long Island Model Boat Regatta
(Long Island) - Dozens of young sailors (under age 13) 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 | October, 12th |
New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A spectacular parade of music, dance and costume. Starts at 1am, Bay Street, downtown Nassau. On Grand Bahama Island, 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. | January 1st, 2001 |
The Polar Bear Swim
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A fun time, with beach party & a traditional (snowbirds) swim in the sea amongst giant ice cubes(burr!). Time and venue tba. Contact Torn Muir (242/322-6504) or Guy Richard (242/356-8312) of the Canadian Men's Club. | January1st |
Annual New Year's Sailing Regatta
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Continuing from Dec 31. Thirty to forty locally built sailing sloops, ranging from 17' to 28', converge off Montagu Bay in a battle for championship. (242) 394-0445. | 1st |
The Carnival Comes to town
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Bringing family fun and excitement games galore and rides for all levels of courage. Daily, from 3pm - midnight; Saturdays. noon to midnight, Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre. Admission: $2 adults; $1 children (under age 12). | 1st - 14th |
Expo Bahamas 2001 Songfest
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Concert features top Bahamian performing artists, Nassau Marriott. Sponsored by local radio station, Love '97. (242)356-2555 | 6th
6:00pm until |
11th Annual Quilt Show
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - All original, hand made quilts ranging in size, from miniature to large heirloom pieces. Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Frederick Street, downtown, Nassau. Contact Marei Murray at (242) 393-1349. | Jan 25th - Feb 3rd
10am - 5pm |
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; | 26th |
Annual Ebony Fashion Fair
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Showcasing the latest collections of irresistable fashions by American & European designers, 8pm, SuperClubs Breezes, Cable Beach. Tickets are $40 & $55. Box Office opens at Mademoiselle, Bay Street, jan 15. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Nassau. For Information, contact Alice Rolle of the Pilot Club of Nassau at tel. (242) 325-6006. | January 31st |
Nassau Race Week
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A three day international sailboat championship race. Montagu Bay. (242)3935132/5366; www.nassauraceweek.com | February 9th - 11th |
The Nassau Music Society
Presents, renowned Bulgarian concert pianist, Emma Tahmizian at Government House Ball Room. Tickets are $25. (242)322-8306. | 10th
8:00pm |
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, call (2420322-2020 | 17th |
Annual Heart Ball
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An annual fundraising event to enable the Sir. Victor Sassoon (Bahamas) Heart Foundation to underwrite heart surgery for needy Bahamian children. Entertainment by the world famous Meyer Davis Orchestra of New York and top local band, the Soulful Groovers. Coral Ballroom, Atlantis Resort. . For tickets & information, call Linda Lefleur of the Heart Foundation at (242) 327-0806 | 17th
8:30pm
Cocktails at 7:15 |
Valentines Day Sailing Regatta
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An exciting week-end of championship racing off Montagu Bay. Day long festivities onshore. (242)394-0445. | 17th - 18th |
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; | 23rd |
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, call (242)322-2020. | March 3rd |
The Nassau Music Society
Presents, reowned Bulgarian concert pianist, Emma Tahmizian. 8pm at Government House Ball Room. Tickets are $25. (242)322-8306. | 10th |
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, 10am. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020. | 17th |
| 19th Annual International Dog Show & Obedience Trials (Nassau/Paradise Island) - $2.00 adults; $0.50 children under 12. Contact June Hall of the Bahamas Kennel Club at (242) 393-1360; fax c/o Rita Hall (242)363-3969 | 17th - 18th
9:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Annual Alton Lowe Art Exhibition
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Showcasing the works of renowned Bahamian painter. 10am - 7pm daily, Commonwealth Room, Nassau Beach Hotel, Cable Beach, Nassau. | 22nd - 28th |
The E.T.T.A. Awards
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - An Emmy style awards ceremony celebrating the talent in Grand Bahama theatre.Camelot Room, Resort at Bahamia. (242)352-5533 | 24th
8:00pm |
Snipe Winter Championships
(sailing) (Nassau/Paradise Island) - World class snipe sailors rendezvous in Nassau in two fiercely contrasted series. Contact Peter Christie of the Royal Nassau Sailing Club, (242)322-1041/3 | 28th - 30th |
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; | 30th |
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, 10am. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020. | 31st |
Bahamas National Trust Ball
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - (242)393-1317 | 31st |
6th Annual Bahamian & Caribbean Gospel Music Marlin Awards (Nassau/Paradise Island) - At the Diplomat Centre. Contact Kevin Harris at Harris Communications Group. (242)326-5536. www.cgmnetwork.com
email:marlinawards@coralwave.com | April 1st
8:00pm |
11th Annual National Youth Choir Concert
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A concert of folk music and dance. Also featuring a classical repertoire. At the Dundas. Admission: $10. (242)393-3728. | 3rd - 7th
8:30pm |
| Star Western Hemisphere Spring Sailing Championships - (Nassau/Paradise Island) - (242)393-5132 www.starclass.org | 6th - 10th |
| Good Friday A Public Holiday | 13th |
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, 10am. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020. | 28th |
Festival of Gospel Music
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Billing the country's top performing artists at the Diplomat Centre, Carmichael Rd. (242)356-2691/2 | Apr. 30
7:30pm |
Bayfest
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - 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, 9am - 4pm. Junkanoo Rush-out Local DJ Music 1pm - 2pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of May, July, August, October and November. | May 1st - 31st
9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| 15th Annual Rotary Club of East Nassau Charity Golf Tournament - (Nassau/Paradise Island) - Golfers tee off in a two ball/best ball event. Shotgun at 12 noon. South Ocean Golf Course. Competition open to visiting golfers. Contact Michael Prudhomme, (242)356-8573, email:michael.prudhomme@royalbank.com | TBA |
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; | 25th |
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 | July 13th - 21st |
| National Dance Company of The Bahamas in Performance (Nassau/Paradise Island) | 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 |
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the changing of the Guard at Government House. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020. | 26th
Every second Saturday, 10am |
Bahamas Billfish Paradise Island Championship #4
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Tournament headquarters at the Marina at Atlantis and at Hurricane hole Marina. (954)920-5577: | 28th |
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the changing of the Guard at Government House. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020. | May 12th
Every second Saturday, 10am. |
Circus of the Stars
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - The family fun event of the year. See Jungle Big Cats, Russian Bears, Trained canines, acrobats, Magic, world's funniest clowns, Giant Space Wheel, plus the Wallendas High Wire Thrills. Mon - Wed 8pm. Thurs and Fri; 2pm & 8pm. Sat and Sun: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm. $15 adults; $12 children. (242)328-0259. | May 17th - June 3rd |
Junkanoo In June Heritage Festival
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Every weekend (Fri & Sat) in June brings the excitement of Junkanoo, with Bahamian music, food, craft demonstrations, storytelling, special children's activities, a grand storytelling, and a grand Junkanoo parade, a spectacular array of costumes, music and dance. Fridays: 4pm - 10pm; Saturdays: 1pm - 10pm | June 1st - 30th |
Circus of the Stars
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - The family fun event of the year. See Jungle Big Cars, Russian Bears, trained canines, acrobats, Magic, World's funniest clowns, Giant Space Wheel, plus the Wallendas High Wire Thrills. Mon - Wed 8pm. Thurs and Fri: 2pm & 8pm. Sat and Sun: 2pm, 5pm & 8pm. $15 adults; $12 children. (242)328-0259 | 1st - 3rd |
National Arts Festival Final Concert of Winners
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Showcasing the country's finest amateur talent in the performing arts (song, dance, piano and drama). Concert features the overall winners of nationwide competitions held earlier this year. Rain Forest Theatre, Nassau Marriott Resort. Admission: $10. (242)356-2691/2 | 7th
7:30pm |
National Arts Festival Gospel Concert
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Featuring the country's top amateur Gospel artists. All performances are by the overall winners of nationwide Gospel competitions held earlier this year. Diplomat Centre. Admission is free. (242)356-261/2 | 8th
7:30pm |
Bahamas Concert Orchestra
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Presents an unforgettable evening of light classical music. Compositions range from Bach Brandenburg Concert to Duke Ellington's Nassau. $15 adults; $7 students. | 8th - 9th |
Changing of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. To confirm date, call (242)322-2020 | 9th
Every second Saturday, 10am |
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, 10am. To confirm dates, call (242)322-2020 | June 23rd |
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; | June 30th |
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 - 4 pm
Bayfest takes place during the months of: May, July, August, October and November. | July Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
| A church service and early morning health walk (July 5th) kick off this annual event. | July 4th |
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 |
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 |
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. | August Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
Fox Hill Festival
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Historic Fox Hill Village celebrates Emacipation 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 |
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 |
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 |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | September, 1st
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
| Bahamas Fly In (Nassau/Paradise Island) - . | 7th - 9th |
Summer Madness 2001 Revue
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A series of humorous skits in which popular local theatrical groups, 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 |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | 15th |
7th Annual Bahamas Atlantis Superboat Challenge
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - A major international power boat race, attracting some ot 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 imnformation contact the Bahams 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 bodybuilding - Preliminaries at 10:00 am. Finals at 8:00 pm. 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.comemail 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 |
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 11 am - 12 Noon. Local DJ Music 1 pm - 2 pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4 pm
Bayfest takes place during the moths of: May, July, August, October and November. | October, Every Saturday
9 am - 4 pm |
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 Trialthlon. Contact T.J. Cesarz at Exclusive Sports Marketing. (561) 2413801 (ext. 112); Bimini Big Game Club, | 5th - 7th |
| The Eighth International Cultural Weekend,(Nassau/Paradise Island) - 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. | October 19th & 20th |
Changing Of The Guard Ceremony
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Government House. | November, 10th
every second Saturday
to confirm dates (242)322-2020 |
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 Powerlifting 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 |
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 |
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 11 am - 12 Noon. Local DJ Music 1 pm - 2 pm. Cultural Entertainment 2pm - 4 pm
Bayfest takes place during the moths of: May, July, August, October and November. | November, Every Saturday
9 am - 4 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 |
| 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 artists 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 |
Authenitcally 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 | December, 7th
10:00 am - 9:00 pm |
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 |
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 Renaissance Singers Christmas Concert
(Nassau/Paradise Island) - Presenting an evening of classic, modern & ethnic Christmas music, performed by the Bahamas' leading chorale 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) 322-8306A bi-annual showcase of the finest works of artisanry 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 - 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 |
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 | 26th
starts 1:00 pm |