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.
September 2026
5 September: Final Handicap Race Day at the Garrison
https://www.barbadosturfclub.org/racing-calendar/
27 September: Barbados National Triathlon Championships
https://triathlonbarbados.com/
October 2026
1st-4th October: Tour De Bin
The Tour de Bim is an annual, international cycling event in Barbados, showcasing the island’s diverse terrain with multiple stages for elite and amateur riders, combining high-level competition with cultural celebration and sports tourism.
https://www.facebook.com/people/Tour-De-Bim/100092167803094/
8th-12th October: Barbados Jazz Excursion and Golf Weekend
https://barbadosjazzexcursion.com/
11th October: Barbados Kennel Club’s All Breeds Championship
http://www.barbadoskennelclub.org/
14th-18th:Barbados Independent Film Festival 2026
https://barbadosfilmfest.com/
31st October: Horse Racing at the Historic Garrison Savannah
https://www.barbadosturfclub.org/
November 2026
4th-8th November: Barbados Open Water Festival
https://barbadosopenwaterfestival.com/
5th-8th November: Barbados Food and Rum Festival
https://www.foodandrum.com/
14th-28th November: Horse Racing at the Historic Garrison Savannah
https://www.barbadosturfclub.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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