May 20, 2016 · From the legendary Junkanoo to the Andros Crab Festival, Bahamians really know how to party. Here, our five favorite festivals.

Nov 16, 2018 · Here are 9 old and new cultural festivals in Bahamas that will make your holiday experience an enriching celebration. You must plan your Bahamas trip around it!

Catch this celebration of Bahamian culture and history on Boxing Day—aka the day after Christmas—as well as on New Year's Day and many Saturdays throughout the summer. The largest Junkanoo celebration takes place on Bay Street, in downtown Nassau, but Bahamians across the 16 islands celebrate this joyful tradition.

FESTIVALS IN THE BAHAMAS By Francis Fawkes, Department of Culture THE BAHAMAS JUNKANOO FESTIVAL. Time of Year: December, January, and July. Junkanoo is the most popular folk art expression in The Bahamas. It was a Pan Caribbean Festival that was held by the slaves inThe Bahamas during the 16th and 17th centuries.

Plan your Grand Bahama vacation around some of the annual festivals and events. Learn more about the island’s culture and history through celebrations.

4 days ago · 19 th Annual Bahamian Music & Heritage Festival (14-15 March): Taking place in George Town, Exuma, this annual festival features a line-up of The Bahamas’ most popular and talented musicians on the big stage. You can expect wood and conch shell carvings, sand jewellery, straw craft and blown glass jewellery all on display and available for ...

The Hope Town Songwriters Festival is an annual celebration that brings together talented musicians and songwriters from around the world to the picturesque Abaco islands. Held in the charming settlement of Hope Town, this festival offers an intimate experience where attendees can enjoy live acoustic performances, storytelling through music, and a unique opportunity to connect with the artists ...

Bahamas Carnival is the biggest Party to land on the shores of Nassau, Bahamas. The 3-day weekend is filled with Wild Fetes, Hype Road March and LIVE Concerts. Imagine the excitement of Trinidad Carnival & the passion of Jamaica Bacchanal all mixed in one.

The Bahamas International Film Festival is a world-renowned film festival that attracts Hollywood celebrities like Nicolas Cage and Sean Connery. Up-and-coming directors can also come to showcase their films.

Here are four festivals and celebrations to check out in The Bahamas. Junkanoo. This festival can be called the biggest in The Bahamas. Some people start preparing their costumes months in advance. There are smaller versions across the archipelago. However, the main Junkanoo is on Bay Street in Nassau on Dec. 26.