Junkanoo Spotlight: King Charles joined Nassau’s Junkanoo parade, playing bells and dancing among performers. He also met local vendors and viewed Bahamian crafts. Youth on Stage: Young singers, dancers and entertainers performed at a rally for the King, giving emerging talent a major public showcase. Arts and Heritage: The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival wrapped five days of food, music and exhibitions at Baha Mar, while FUZE Caribbean Art Fair connected Bahamian and regional artists with a wider art-world audience. The King’s remarks on slavery’s “great suffering and injustices” came as Bahamian advocates renewed calls for an apology and reparations.
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Royal Visit & Junkanoo: King Charles joined Nassau’s colourful Junkanoo celebrations, met young people and viewed Bahamian arts and crafts during his first official visit as monarch. He acknowledged the “great suffering and injustices” of slavery, while reparations advocates said his remarks fell short and renewed calls for an apology. Caribbean Art: FUZE at Baha Mar put regional artists in the spotlight as global interest in Caribbean art grows, with Bahamian curator John Cox helping connect the scene to the wider art world. Festival Highlights: The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival wrapped five days of food, music and entertainment, drawing performers including Common and OneRepublic alongside celebrity chefs. Resort Recognition: Baha Bay at Baha Mar was named the Caribbean’s Leading Water Park for the fifth year in a row.
Royal Visit & Bahamian Culture: King Charles’s Nassau visit brings local creativity into focus, with a cultural festival at Parliament and Rawson Squares today featuring artisans, live music, Bahamian food and a Junkanoo rush-out. At a youth rally, he acknowledged the “great suffering and injustices” of the past but stopped short of an apology. Music: “Good Morning,” by Jamaican artists 450 and Damian “Jr Gong” Marley, reached No. 1 on iTunes in The Bahamas and charted in more than 35 countries; its video passed three million views in under a week. Food, Art & Entertainment: Baha Mar’s fifth Culinary & Arts Festival wrapped after five days of food, music and events, with performers including Common and OneRepublic and a showcase for young chefs. Local Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is spotlighting homegrown talent with a Halloween screening event.
Royal Welcome: King Charles arrived in Nassau for the start of his Caribbean tour, greeted by a ceremonial salute and bands playing the national anthem. A youth rally at Clifford Park is among his scheduled engagements. Freeport Plans: A proposed $400 million cruise terminal could add water attractions, rides, zip lines and an entertainment district near the pier. Festival Spotlight: Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival wrapped with food, music and performances, drawing artists including Common and OneRepublic alongside celebrity chefs. Bahamian Art: A feature highlights Black artists reclaiming the story of paradise and the role of art and culture in attracting visitors. Local Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival’s Halloween screening put local film talent in the spotlight; 14-year-old Ngozi Wright also made her feature-film debut.
Festival Finale: The fifth Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival wrapped after five days of food, music and art, with performances by Common, OneRepublic and the Essence Band, more than 75 vendors and a Junkanoo finale. The FUZE Caribbean Art Fair also drew crowds, showcasing regional artists alongside the festival’s culinary events. Bahamian Art: At FUZE, artists are challenging the postcard image of the Caribbean as just beaches and resorts. Baha Mar arts chief John Cox says the fair helps Caribbean artists gain visibility and tell more complex, modern stories. Film: Bahamian productions and talent earned prominent places at the Miami Film Festival, bringing island stories to a wider U.S. audience. On Screen: The Bahamas International Film Festival is set to spotlight local film talent at a Halloween screening event.
Baha Mar Festival: The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival brought music, food and art together, with Common, OneRepublic and celebrity chefs among the draws. Its Tacos & Tequila brunch featured Mexican-inspired dishes and cocktails, while Scotiabank renewed its support with a multi-year partnership. Bahamian Music: Cultural Ambassador-at-Large Julien Believe met Chinese Ambassador Yan Jiarong after performing in China, highlighting music’s role in building cultural ties. Local Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is bringing Halloween thrills and local talent to a special screening event. Basketball: The Baha Mar Hoops Bahamas Championship tips off Nov. 19, with NC State facing Murray State and Wisconsin taking on Seton Hall.
Music & Cultural Exchange: Bahamian musician and Cultural Ambassador-at-Large Julien Believe met Chinese Ambassador Yan Jiarong after performing in China’s 2026 Latin America and Caribbean Arts Season. He hopes to keep using music to build ties between the two countries. Festival Spotlight: Baha Mar’s fifth Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival brought Common, OneRepublic and celebrity chefs together for live music, art and food events, including a Mexican-inspired brunch led by chefs Claudette Zepeda and Alfredo Villanueva. Young chefs also took the stage at the festival’s Junior Culinary Showdown. Film & Heritage: The Bahamas International Film Festival is showcasing local talent with a Halloween screening, while Carlito’s performance honoured arts trailblazer Shirley Hall Bass.
Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival: Baha Mar’s fifth annual celebration brought Common, OneRepublic and celebrity chefs to Nassau. A Taste of Baha Mar paired standout dishes with live music and a drone show, while the Fuze Art Fair, local vendors and young chefs added more homegrown flair. Scotiabank renewed its multi-year festival partnership. Bahamian Arts: At a Shirley Hall Bass Foundation gala, dancer Carlito Catalano reimagined an Andros folktale through classical Indian dance. The evening also honoured cultural leaders Pamela Burnside and Bodine Victoria Johnson.
Baha Mar Festival: The fifth Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival brought food, art and live music together in Nassau. Common and celebrity chefs joined the festivities, while OneRepublic headlined the “A Taste of Baha Mar” party. The festival’s expo and FUZE Art Fair also offered local food, shopping and hands-on activities. Arts and Heritage: Bahamian folklore met classical Indian dance at the Shirley Hall Bass Foundation gala, where Carlito Catalano performed Chickcharney: A Bahamian Folktale Reimagined. The event also honoured Pamela Burnside and Bodine Victoria Johnson for their contributions to Bahamian culture.
Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival: Common, OneRepublic and celebrity chefs joined the fifth annual Baha Mar festival, where OneRepublic performed Friday. Scotiabank has expanded its support with a multi-year sponsorship, helping boost a major showcase for Bahamian and Caribbean artists, chefs and hospitality businesses. Arts & Culture: Carlito Catalano brought a Bahamian folktale to life through classical Indian dance at the Shirley Hall Bass Foundation gala, which also honoured Pamela Burnside and Bodine Victoria Johnson for their contributions to local culture. Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is bringing local talent to the screen with a Halloween-season event, including “From a Yardie to a Yankee.”
Festival Spotlight: Baha Mar’s Culinary & Arts Festival runs through Oct. 25, pairing celebrity-chef experiences with the FUZE art fair and live music, including a OneRepublic performance. Scotiabank has expanded its support as presenting sponsor. Young Talent: St. Anne’s senior Shilo Cartwright and University of The Bahamas student Nevaeh Lundy won the Junior Culinary Showdown with a seafood dish praised by the judges. Performing Arts: Carlito Catalano brought Bahamian folklore and Indian classical dance together in Chickcharney: A Bahamian Folktale Reimagined at the Shirley Hall Bass Foundation gala, which also honored Pamela Burnside and Bodine Victoria Johnson. Local Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is bringing local filmmakers into the Halloween spotlight with a screening event.
Culinary & Arts Festival: Scotiabank has signed a multi-year deal as presenting sponsor of Baha Mar’s festival, running through Oct. 25. The event features the FUZE Art Fair, live entertainment and a Saturday performance by OneRepublic. Young Chefs: Shilo Cartwright and Nevaeh Lundy won the Junior Culinary Showdown at Baha Mar, impressing judges with their shrimp and chips and Creole-inspired dishes. Royal Visit: King Charles visits The Bahamas Oct. 27–29, with a youth rally showcasing student talent and a programme highlighting Bahamian culture and heritage. Local Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is bringing local talent to a Halloween screening event. Media Tribute: Friends and colleagues honoured late broadcaster Steve McKinney, remembering his impact on journalism and the community.
Culinary & Arts Festival: Scotiabank has expanded its Baha Mar partnership, becoming presenting sponsor of the festival running through October 25. Bahamian artists and chefs are putting the finishing touches on exhibits and menus for the showcase. Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is bringing local filmmaking to the screen with a Halloween event featuring chills and thrills. Art & Tourism: Baha Mar’s vice-president of art and culture says the arts can help draw more visitors, while Grand Bahama’s creative talent is also being put in the spotlight.
Baha Mar Arts & Food: Fuze Caribbean Art Fair is putting Bahamian culture in the spotlight with 54 booths, six installations and more than 100 artists. The resort’s Culinary & Arts Festival also brings international and local chefs together for demonstrations, tastings and special events. Bahamian Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is set to showcase local talent at a Halloween screening featuring chills and thrills. Community Celebration: Grand Bahama’s annual Goombay Festival brought crowds together for vibrant colours and celebration. Golf Spotlight: Kevin Kisner expects Tiger Woods to target the Bahamas-hosted Hero World Challenge in December as he works toward a return to competitive golf.
Arts & Culture: Baha Mar arts chief John Cox wants visitors drawn by Bahamian culture as well as beaches. FUZE Caribbean Art Fair runs through Oct. 25, featuring 54 booths, six installations and more than 100 artists under the theme “Coming Home.” Festival Picks: The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival pairs art exhibits and classes with cooking demonstrations and guest chefs from across the Caribbean, alongside local talents Chef Simeon Hall Jr. and Mr. Mixx. Film: BIFF’s Halloween screening on Oct. 29 will showcase Bahamian short Fate or Fortune, alongside horror films, trivia and a costume contest. Creative Opportunity: Maryland Institute College of Art is making its FUZE debut and offering eligible Bahamian students scholarships covering up to 60% of tuition, plus portfolio reviews.
Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival brings local storytelling and Halloween scares to John Watling’s Distillery on October 29, with Bahamian short Fate or Fortune, horror screenings, trivia and a costume contest. Art and Food: Baha Mar’s Culinary & Arts Festival is underway through October 25, with artists installing work for FUZE Caribbean Art Fair. Maryland Institute College of Art is exhibiting and offering Bahamian students scholarships covering up to 60% of tuition. Community Honors: Bain and Grants Town will celebrate Prince Albert Richardson and “Romeo” Farrington with Cotton Tree Awards at its Homecoming & Music Festival on October 30–31. Golf: The Bahamas captured the Caribbean Golf Association’s Four-Ball country title, finishing ahead of Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago.
Arts & Food: The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival opens at Baha Mar today and runs through Oct. 25. Artists are installing work for FUSE Caribbean Art Fair, which features 54 booths and six major installations, while chefs prepare festival menus. Bahamian artist Dede Brown and collaborator Finn Maunder are among the creators taking part. Scotiabank is the festival’s presenting sponsor. Culture & Creativity: At Diplomatic Week, Prime Minister Philip Davis called for international partnerships with Bahamian artists and creatives, highlighting music, Junkanoo, food, art and design as part of the country’s cultural identity. Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival is set to honor Bahamian and Caymanian filmmakers. Live Music: One Blood’s 30th edition reggae concert is scheduled for Dec. 19 at Fort Charlotte.
Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival: Scotiabank is the presenting sponsor of Baha Mar’s fifth festival, running Oct. 21–25. Crews are racing to finish the FUSE Caribbean Art Fair, with 54 booths and six major installations planned. Film: BIFF will honor Bahamian and Caymanian filmmakers, while From a Yardie to a Yankee is headed to the festival. Live Music: One Blood’s 30th reggae concert is set for Dec. 19 at Fort Charlotte. Bahamian Culture: Key West’s Goombay Festival brought island rhythms, food, crafts and Junkanoo to Bahama Village, celebrating the area’s longstanding ties to The Bahamas. Creative Talent: A new feature is putting Grand Bahama artists in the spotlight.
Arts & Culture: Baha Mar crews are racing to install six major art pieces for its Bahamas Culinary and Arts Festival. The FUSE Caribbean Art Fair will feature 54 exhibition booths, with more than 100 people helping bring the event to life. Sports & Tourism: The third GFNY Bahamas cycling race brought international riders across western New Providence, with a route past Primeval Forest and Clifton Heritage National Park. Bahamian Basketball: Carl “Bakery” Hield, a former national-team standout and New Providence league star, has died at 64. Cultural Celebration: Key West’s Goombay Festival brought Bahamian-rooted music, food, crafts and Junkanoo to the historic Bahama Village neighborhood. Film: The Bahamas International Film Festival will screen Jamaican filmmaker Sardia Robinson’s feature debut, From a Yardie to a Yankee, a story shaped by migration and family ties.
Bahamian Roots: Key West’s 30-year Goombay Festival filled Bahama Village with island music, food, crafts and Junkanoo processions on Oct. 16–17, celebrating the neighborhood’s ties to The Bahamas. Local Art: A new Mall at Marathon mural depicts the islands, ocean and flamingos. Freeport-born artist Denzel Lightbourne says the collaboration brings Bahamian culture into the heart of the mall. Film: Jamaican actress and director Sardia Robinson’s debut feature, From a Yardie to a Yankee, has been selected for the Bahamas International Film Festival, Dec. 7–14. The migration story was filmed in Jamaica. Music: Bahamian artist Travis Clarke’s EP Breathe Again is under Grammy consideration for Best Pop Vocal Album, while One Blood’s 30th reggae concert is set for Dec. 19 at Fort Charlotte.
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