Discover 2025 Events & Activities in The Bahamas
Annual events that typically take place in Nassau, The Bahamas, which are likely to continue into 2025. You may want to check closer to the date for updated details, but here are some recurring events that you can look forward to:
1. Junkanoo Festival (December 2024 – January 2025)
- Dates: Usually around Boxing Day (December 26) and New Year’s Day (January 1)
- What to Expect: Junkanoo is one of the most famous cultural events in The Bahamas, featuring vibrant parades, elaborate costumes, music, and dancing through the streets of Nassau. The festivities culminate in two major parades: one on Boxing Day and the other on New Year’s Day.
2. Bahamas Carnival (May 2025)
- Dates: Typically held in May
- What to Expect: This music and cultural festival celebrates the Bahamian spirit, featuring concerts, beach parties, road marches, and vibrant costumes. It draws both locals and international visitors for a lively experience of Bahamian culture.
3. Bahamas Junkanoo Summer Festival (Summer 2025)
- Dates: June to August (exact dates vary each year)
- What to Expect: This festival is a summer celebration of Bahamian culture, with concerts, parades, and performances celebrating Junkanoo traditions. It often features music, arts, crafts, and local cuisine.
4. Bahamas Food and Wine Festival (October/November 2025)
- Dates: Typically held in late October or early November
- What to Expect: A world-class culinary event that brings together top chefs, wine experts, and food enthusiasts for a celebration of food and drink. Events include tastings, gala dinners, and cooking demonstrations.
5. Regatta Time in the Abacos (April 2025)
- Dates: Typically April
- What to Expect: Though held in the Abacos, the event often has connections to Nassau as many participants and spectators travel there. It’s one of the oldest and most celebrated regattas in The Bahamas, featuring sailing races, parties, and cultural celebrations.
6. The Bahamas Marathon (December 2025)
- Dates: Early December
- What to Expect: This marathon event features various race categories including a marathon, relay, 10K, and 5K. It’s a popular event for fitness enthusiasts and travelers looking to combine a race with a Bahamian vacation.
7. Bahamas International Film Festival (December 2025)
- Dates: Early December
- What to Expect: The Bahamas International Film Festival (BIFF) typically showcases independent films, offering an opportunity for filmmakers to present their work. It also includes workshops, red carpet events, and screenings, often attracting filmmakers and movie buffs from around the world.
8. Christmas and New Year’s Celebrations (December 2025)
- Dates: December 2025
- What to Expect: The festive season in The Bahamas is marked by cultural traditions, street parties, family gatherings, and special events, including Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve celebrations in Nassau. Junkanoo parades are a central part of the holiday festivities.
