Carnival of Bermuda Culture

In Bermuda, summer fun doesn't end when the sun goes down. Each week locals and visitors enjoy vibrant, evening street festivals, taking advantage of the long summer days.

One of the best ways to really experience the magic of Bermuda is to become a Bermudian. How? Head for a summer festival and find out!

Build lasting memories while you browse amongst a wide variety of quality gifts, souvenirs and more. Dance in the streets, sample local delicacies, meet new friends and rekindle old friendships as you soak up Bermuda's unique, colourful culture.

Bermuda Crafts Pink Sand & Shell Boxes

Bermuda is home to a thriving population of artists and craftsmen offering the best in local arts and crafts, such as sculptures, paintings, hand-blown glass, woodcarvings, dolls, jewellery and other one-of-a-kind souvenirs. At Bermuda's summer fairs many local artisans are on hand and will be happy to discuss their techniques and share insights into their crafts.

Several retailers stay open later, affording visitors an opportunity to browse amongst world-class jewellery, perfumes, leather goods, china, crystal and many other fine products. Entertainment is provided by Bermuda's traditional Gombey dancers, whose rhythmic, age-old dances never fail to delight the crowds. At summer fairs you'll also enjoy Bermudian and international specialties, including the ever-popular fried fish, as well as a range of snacks, refreshing drinks and other cool treats.

Hosted by the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, the festivals enable visitors to meet the locals and experience Bermuda's unique culture and cuisine. For more information check local newspapers, inquire at the front desk of your hotel, or call the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce at 441-295-4201, or visit the Visitors' Service Bureaus.

Royal Naval Dockyard Heritage Nights
Enjoy the summer nights at Dockyard beginning May 26th to September 22nd, 2011. The celebration and entertainment begins at 6:30pm in the Victualling Yard in Dockyard. Demonstrations will showcase Bermuda's rich heritage — experience cricket, croquet, kite making, crown and anchor and so much more with music, dance, musicians, vendors and traditional Bermudian food and beverages. Call Joanna on 239-0514 for more information. Or, visit www.westend.bm.

Hamilton Harbour Nights - Front Street in Hamilton
Wednesdays (May - August)
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Harbour Nights Downtown Hamilton Performers

Every Wednesday night from 7 to 10 p.m. the scenic harbourfront on Front Street in Hamilton is closed to vehicular traffic and offers fun for the entire family. Locals and tourists alike gather to enjoy Harbour Nights, an open-air festival showcasing aspects of Bermuda’s unique culture. The evening includes live entertainment, more than 80 street vendors, children’s activities, an extensive food court, late-night shopping, dining and more.

Harbour Nights features a variety of activities, from train rides to face painting, and the live music, local bands and musicians will keep you dancing in the streets. You’ll find it hard to keep still as you enjoy the various performances throughout the evening, which can include the Gombeys, steel pans, dancers and the Bermuda Regiment Band, which marches down Front Street in full regimental apparel with pipes and drums. 

Harbour Nights Downtown Hamilton Children's Train

Make sure you take the time to visit the street vendors with their beautiful array of unique items and take home a memento of your stay in Bermuda.

With so many activities, you’ll inevitably work up an appetite. The food court fits the bill. Here you’ll find Bermudian and international specialties, including delicious fried fish and a range of snacks. The restaurants — many overlooking Front Street — also serve full dinners and offer good selections of wine, beer and cocktails.

St. Georges Special Events
Its an amazing place to explore, shop, dine, walk or hike and soak in the historic sights. But you'll find some real fun during these free events:

Wednesdays 12:00 noon, Saturdays 12 noon
Wench Ducking  
Kings Square

Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Historical Re-enactments
Kings Square

Wednesdays 11:45 a.m. and Saturdays 10:30 a.m.
Mayoral Greetings
Kings Square

Please contact the Visitors Information Centre at 441-297-8000 or 441-799-4842.
Department of Community and Cultural Affairs at 441-292-9447 for additional information, dates and times.
Please visit: www.stgeorgesfoundation.org

These festivals provide the opportunity for the local community and tourists to get together and experience our unique island flavour.

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