Event guide
Independence events in Barbados 2026
Barbados celebrates Independence on 30 November. Here are the Independence events we have listed for 2026, plus everything else happening over the Independence weekend: fetes, boat rides, family days and cultural events.
15 upcoming events
Music & Entertainment · St. Michael
Only Soca: 60 Fuh 60
Thu 26 Nov · 8:00 PM
Barbados Museum
Parties
What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas: The Cruise
Fri 27 Nov · 7:00 PM
MC Dreamchaser 2
Family · St. George
Barbados 60 & 5 Independence Family Funday
Sat 28 Nov · 12:00 PM
Hi-Gate Bar, Oasis & Lounge, Monroe Road, Dash Valley
Music & Entertainment · St. Michael
Love Rush Speed Dating
Sat 28 Nov · 2:00 PM
Private location (Bridgetown area)
Parties
Visa Bim Independence 2026: Boat Ride aboard MC DreamChaser 2
Sat 28 Nov · 7:00 PM
MC DreamChaser 2
Family · St. Thomas
Hike Barbados: Lester Vaughan School
Sun 29 Nov · 6:00 AM
Lester Vaughan School, Cane Garden
Parties
Tequila Palooza: Boat Ride aboard MC Dreamchaser 2
Sun 29 Nov · 11:00 AM
MC Dreamchaser 2
Music & Entertainment
BIM Tipsy 2026 (Twisted Entertainment)
Sun 29 Nov · 3:00 PM
Venue to be announced
Festivals & Culture
Waves: Independence Sunset Boatride (Fuh De Culture)
Sun 29 Nov · 3:00 PM
MC Dreamchaser
Music & Entertainment · Christ Church
The R&B Vibe: A Tribute to Ella Mai
Sun 29 Nov · 7:00 PM
Liquido Cocktail & Sports Bar
Parties · St. Michael
Candy Land: Gems Cooler Cruise
Sun 29 Nov · 9:00 PM
MC Dream Chaser 2
Family · St. John
Hike Barbados: Independence Hike, Bath to St. Thomas
Mon 30 Nov · 6:00 AM
Bath car park, St. John
Parties · St. Michael
Amnesia: Independence Day Cruise
Mon 30 Nov · 11:00 AM
MC Dream Chaser 2
Parties · St. Michael
Nudes: Fantasy (Independence Cooler Cruise)
Mon 30 Nov · 4:00 PM
MC Dream Chaser 2
Festivals & Culture · St. Michael
Island Tribe: Island Worship Recording
Mon 30 Nov · 6:00 PM
Sanctuary Empowerment Centre, 14 Country Road, Bridgetown
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Questions
When is Independence Day in Barbados?
30 November. Barbados became independent on 30 November 1966, and the day is a public holiday.
What happens over the Independence weekend?
Parties, boat rides, family events and cultural celebrations. Every event listed on this page shows its date, venue and price.
Are prices in Barbados or US dollars?
Prices on UBevents246 are in Barbados dollars (BDS). If you pay online, you are charged the US dollar equivalent at BDS $2 = US$1.
How do I add my event to this page?
List it free with the Submit your event form or WhatsApp your flyer to +1 (246) 240-5004. Once it is live it shows here automatically.
