| Abaco Beach Resort 2011 Events Calendar |
| July 1st |
*Signature Event Junkanoo Summer Festival – Goombay Park, Marsh Harbour The final night of Junkanoo Summer Festival 2011 will once again provide a glimpse inside the Bahamian cultural experience, featuring popular Bahamian music artists, Junkanoo parades, arts & crafts, dancing and food & drinks. |
| July 1st-9th |
*Signature Event 36th Annual Five Towns Regatta Time in Abaco Contact Dave & Kathy Ralph, Phone: (242) 367-2677 The Regatta Time sailing event is hoisted between the American and Bahamian Independence celebrations linking both important commemorations. This event that involves primarily American sloops brings dozens of sailing enthusiasts to the Abacos for a fun-filled and exciting racing series. One highlight of the race is the Fiddle Cay Party hosted by "Stranded Naked" Sports Wear. The Series begins at Green Turtle Cay with stops at Gt. Guana Cay and Nippers; Man-O-War Cay dubbed the "Sailing Capital of the World"; Hope Town, home of the world famous candy striped lighthouse and Marsh Harbour, the commercial hub of the Abacos. The regatta is in its 36th year and is an important promotional event for Abacos. |
| July 9th-10th |
Bahamas Independence Celebrations Contact the Administration Office, Phone: (242) 367-2343 The Bahamas will celebrate 38 years as an independent nation. Events are planned across the Abacos in commemoration of this significant event in the life of our nation. |
| July 22nd-24th |
6th Annual North Abaco Summer Festival & Power Boat Race, Regatta Village, Treasure Cay Contact Clifton Bootle, Phone: (242) 475-3275 A huge crowd of supporters turn out to cheer on their pick for the fastest boat on sea. Contestants travel from throughout The Bahamas to vie for this title and bragging rights. A golf tournament is also inclusive of this event, which is held at Treasure Cay Beach Resort Golf Course. Bahamians and visitors are also able to indulge in cultural activities during the three day event which includes native music, foods and games. |
| July TBA |
Black Wood Community Home-Coming, Blackwood Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone (242) 367-3067 A local community 'homecoming' week-end of celebrations; the public is invited to join family and friends in food, drink and entertainment. |
| August TBA |
Moore's Island Home-Coming, Moore's Island Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 This event will encourage a return of indigenous folks and other visitors to share in community activities, food, drinks, worship and entertainment. Activities will lend to the promotion and development of local culture and financial support to these communities. |
| Sept 30th-Oct 1st |
Abaco Open Water Swim Race, Marsh Harbour Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 5k triangular race course located in the waterway of Marsh Habour. Bahamian world class swimmers, local swimmers and international swimmers are invited to swim for the gold or just for fun. |
| November 5th |
Annual Guy Fawkes & Bonefire Celebrations, Green Turtle Cay Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 Featuring the historical Guy Fawkes Competition, where judging of the Best Guy and Dancing of the Guy will be the highlight of the night. Also included in the celebrations are native food, drinks, music and a Junkanoo parade. Hosted by the Island Roots Heritage |
| November 25th |
12th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival, Hope Town Contact Hope Town Harbour Lodge, Phone: (242) 366-0095 This day time event features paintings, jewelry & crafts from local and international artists. While viewing the fine and unique pieces that will be on display, satisfy your palet with fine wine, cheese and other gourmet items that will be available for purchase. |
| November 26th |
Hope Town Big Hill Box Cart Derby, Hope Town Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 Box carts of all description are designed and constructed by local Elbow Cay contenders and other patrons, in time to participate in the annual 'Big Hill Box Cart' challenge and fun day. Participants can compete in the junior or senior category, which Officially begins at 12 noon at the Hope Town race site. Proceeds goes towards youth sports development. |
| December 3rd |
*Signature Event 8th Annual Abaco Christmas Festival, Marsh Harbour Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 The Ministry of Tourism with business and service clubs of the Abacos host the annual "Abaco Christmas Festival." General activities are: a taste of Abaco's finest cuisine, visit with Santa & free "Toys and games for all Tots;" Arts & Crafts Bazaar, Choirs, Quartets, Soloists, Marching and Calypso Bands, Junkanoo Parades, all day Live Entertainment, concluding with the Marsh Harbour Christmas Boat Parade, and spectacular Fireworks. |
| December TBA |
4th Annual North Abaco Christmas Celebration Contact the Abaco Tourist Office, Phone: (242) 367-3067 Although just recently introduced to the Abaco community, this celebration has all of the ingredients of a well seasoned Bahamian event. The event consists of a variety of live entertainment, an assortment of native dishes, a Junkanoo rush out, arts & crafts, games, free toys and an atmosphere that is guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit. |
