What’s On in BB
Calendar of Festivals & Events in Barbados
What’s On in Barbados – here we list some of the Festivals & Events happening in Barbados in 2026.
There’s always something happening on this beautiful island!
Whether you’re a carnival chaser, a rum aficionado, a Caribbean history buff or a sports fan, you’re sure to find your fit here in Barbados!
Click any of the links below to see What’s happening in Barbados during your visit or just scroll down to see the monthly listings:
Future months coming soon, please check back for future months…
Click here to see an Archive of past What’s On in BB Listings.
July 2026
11 July: Summer Craft Fair at Limegrove Lifestyle Centre
https://limegrove.com/events/
11 July: Horse Racing at the Garrison
https://www.barbadosturfclub.org/racing-calendar/
18-19 July: Tipsy Music Festival – Wear White
https://tipsymusicfest.com/
19 July: WE TING J’Ouvert 2026 – Heroes of the Culture
Get ready for pure bacchanal energy at WE TING J’Ouvert 2026 – Heroes of the Culture, one of the most anticipated J’Ouvert experiences for the Crop Over season in Barbados. Bringing together paint, powder, music and nonstop vibes, this all-inclusive event celebrates Caribbean culture, rhythm and the spirit of togetherness in true WE TING style.
25 July: Barbados Derby Race Day at the Historic Garrison Savannah
https://www.barbadosturfclub.org/racing-calendar/
26 July Soca on de Hill 2026
https://ncf.bb/crop-over/
August 2026
3 August: Grand Kadooment Day
https://ncf.bb/crop-over/
8 August: Horse Racing at the Garrison
https://www.barbadosturfclub.org/racing-calendar/
15 August – 20 September: The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Cricket
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in 2026 will feature its knockout stages and finals hosted at Kensington Oval in Barbados for the first time, running into September with the final on the 20th.
https://kensingtonoval.org/
16-22 August: Barbados Dive Fest
This event features a week of diving, including wreck and reef dives, ocean conservation efforts, and special activities for both new and experienced divers.
Instagram: divefestbarbados
23-29 August: Barbados International Hockey Festival
https://www.barbadoshockey.org/
Listed below is the listing of events for 2026 produced by Ins & Out of Barbados which is a local visitors guide found in hotel rooms, offering comprehensive island information that is published by Miller Publishing.
- Upcoming Events: from Ins & Outs of Barbados
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