Abaco Events

Annual Events

Address: Marsh Harbour, Harbour Island, Treasure Cay Boat Harbour Category: Sports Event - Water Sports Dates: April 14 - June 19, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The Bahamas Billfish tournament is a world class fishing event that includes five separate competitions and spans three months, April through June. In addition to claiming the fame, winners also take home valuable prizes and cash awards. Event locations may include Marsh Harbour, Harbour Island, Spanish Cay and...

Address: Abaco Beach Resort, Marsh Harbour Category: Sports Event - Water Sports Dates: May 5 - May 9, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held at the Abaco Beach Resort in Marsh Harbour, this annual "Shootout" is a high-end (i.e. pricey to enter) fishing competition that draws yachters who also happen to be serious fishing enthusiasts. In addition to the fishing aspect, there's also plenty of socializing and fun in the form of cocktail parties, dinner...

Address: various locales, Marsh Harbour Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: June 25 - September 7, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This annual summer event features a host of Bahamian activities, from live local music to tasty spreads of native eats, including the ubiquitous conch and Goombay Smash. Art and craft booths, lively parades and marching bands all add to the convivial atmosphere.

Address: Various venues, Abaco Category: Holiday / Seasonal Event - Independence Day Dates: July 10, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The Abacos celebrate the independence of the Bahamas on July 10, and events in honor of this milestone include festivals, parades and fireworks held throughout the area.

Address: New Plymouth, Green Turtle Cay Category: Fair / Festival - History Dates: November 5, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The British heritage of these lovely islands can be seen in events like the Guy Fawkes Day celebration held in November in Green Turtle Cay. Effigies of Guy Fawkes, the notorious English traitor behind the Gundpowder Plot of 1605 in London, are burned with gusto, and additional activities, including scrumptious eats...

Address: Harbour area, Marsh Harbour Category: Fair / Festival - Holiday / Seasonal Dates: December 5, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

During the Christmas holidays, a number of businesses and community organizations gather together to host the yearly Abaco Christmas Festival. With visits from Santa and plenty of fun for kids of all ages, including art demonstrations, craft booths, live music (from quartets to Calypso bands). A boat parade and...

Address: Frederick St to Shirley St, parade route through the area, Abaco Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: December 26 - January 1, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The largest annual event in the Abaco area, Junkanoo is celebrated on Boxing Day and New Year's Day, beginning well before sunrise. It's a lively festival led by a signature parade replete with bright colors, costumed dancers and beating drums. Guests delight in watching the display, and locals enjoy celebrating...