Every Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, celebrations of Bahamian culture and history take place throughout the destination. Junkanoo, the national cultural festival and parade represents the rich heritage of the African diaspora and is a colourful tradition that speaks to the strength and resilience of the Bahamian people.

The largest parade takes place on Bay Street, in Downtown Nassau, but visitors will also find festivities in Grand Bahama Island, Bimini, Eleuthera, and Abaco along with smaller parades across the 16 islands.

Commonly referred to as “The Greatest Show on Earth” showcases this joyful tradition with colourful costumes, tirelessly rehearsed dance routines, live music and healthy competition.

Junkanoo celebration brings together people from all walks of life and all – including visitors to the islands – are welcomed to participate. In Nassau, the Boxing Day Parade starts at 9 p.m. and the New Year’s Day Parade at 2 a.m.

For those who can’t make it to the Bahamas for the live events, the joy of Junkanoo can be discovered year-round at the Junkanoo Museum, located in the new cruise port development in downtown Nassau.

For more on the festival, visit https://www.bahamas.com/events/junkanoo .

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