Events

Goombay Summer Festival has become one of the most popular summer events throughout the Bahama islands, including Long Island. Longer evenings and summer break school closures make this a highly anticipated family fun series. Each year, there is a feature of art & crafts, sailing, live band entertainment, native food & drinks and games & activities which make it an exciting local event you must attend! 

The We Farmer's Market is an initiative established by the One Eleuthera Foundation. The purpose of the farmer's market is to encourage people to purchase locally grown produce, eat healthier and also to be able to plant and harvest their own produce.

The We Farmer's Market occurs the third Saturday of each month.

If you have never taken a road trip before or visited further south this would be a great time to do so. There will be a variety of food vendors displaying their delicious menu items. Lots of games. live entertainment and Bahamian entertainment.

There is something for everyone to enjoy!

The Cancer Society of The Bahamas Eleuthera Branch will be hosting their annual beach walk. Community groups, organizations, locals, and visitors can join in the fun to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

This activity takes place yearly on the last Saturday in October.
Registration Fee: $25.00 per person.

Come on down to the Governor's Harbour Homecoming where the best Bahamian and native dishes will be served. Food such as baked macaroni, cracked conch, fried plantain and some good old peas and rice will be on sale. Each stall has something unique and flavorful. 

There will be board games, live local band and performances by some of our Bahamian artists.

The event is organized by the Governor's Harbour Development Association. Funds raised assist with community projects and initiatives for the young and old.

Come on out and enjoy a great time with friends and family as the Cancer Society of The Bahamas Eleuthera Branch host an evening of cheerful music to bring in the holiday spirit. 

The Paradise Farms is one of the most special places for family, friends, and visitors to enjoy. Here you will be amazed at the various Christmas light decorations and displays. 
The purpose of this annual drive-thru light show is to raise funds to assist with feeding, and caring for the animals that grow on the farm. The funds also help to assist with renovations, and adding extra to ensure that it lasts for generations to come.

This event begins on December 13th, 2024 (every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday) and ends on, January 12th, 2025.

This event displays locally created crafts from our Eleuthera vendors. There will be a live Bahamian band, junkanoo rush out, fashion show and delicious native food and drinks.

Bring the whole family out and have a great time!

The Eleuthera Winter Residents Reception is The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments, & Aviation's way of demonstrating appreciation to all of our second homeowners and visitors who choose Eleuthera as their home away from home yearly.
This event also allows for first timers to experience a little bit of our local culture through food, local band performances, and Bahamian bush tea sampling.

Local residents and visitors from other islands come together to interact and enjoy cultural activities, Bahamian music, food, drinks and games.

The Palmetto Point Homecoming is held during the week of the Whit Monday holiday. This event encourages people on the island to come out and enjoy good times with family and friends. This is also a great time to plan a vacation or family reunion.

There will be fun, food, live entertainment, and games for everyone.