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3 July – 4 August 2026
Island-wide · Bridgetown & St. Michael
Barbados’ biggest cultural celebration – weeks of fetes, calypso competitions, Foreday Morning, craft markets and street food leading up to Grand Kadooment.
Carnival · Soca · Street Parties
View event3 August 2026
Bridgetown to Spring Garden
The spectacular finale of Crop Over – Monday carnival with costumed bands, pulsating trucks and all-day celebrations along the Kadooment route.
Carnival · Road Parade
View event8–12 October 2026
Sam Lord’s Castle & Island-wide
Smooth jazz, celebrity golf and luxury resort vibes over the Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day long weekend.
Jazz · Golf · Luxury Escape
View event5–8 November 2026
Island-wide · Signature Venues
Celebrity chef dinners, rum masterclasses and beach parties showcasing Barbados as the birthplace of rum and a Caribbean culinary capital.
Food · Rum · Nightlife
View event4–8 November 2026 (Expected)
Carlisle Bay
Five days of ocean swims, practice sessions and races in Carlisle Bay’s calm turquoise waters – perfect for swimmers and spectators.
Sport · Swim · Beach
View eventLate November 2026 (Dates TBC)
Soup Bowl, Bathsheba
The Barbados Surfing Association’s biggest event, drawing top local and international surfers to the world-famous Soup Bowl.
Surf · Sport · Independence
View event30 November 2026
Bridgetown
Military parade, cultural displays and national colours flying high as Barbados marks its Independence and Republic pride.
Culture · National Holiday
View event3–6 December 2026
Bridgetown & Coastal Routes
One of the Caribbean’s classic road race festivals with a Fun Mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon and a weekend of wellness events.
Sport · Wellness · Family
View event26 December 2026
Garrison Savannah
A beloved Barbados holiday tradition – festive raceday with locals and visitors packing the historic Garrison for one last big day at the track.
Horse Racing · Holiday Fun
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