Independence Celebrations

Independence Day Weekend Events:

• Friday - National Pride Day, T-shirt Day
• Sunday - Gospel Concert Almond Tree Park 7:30pm
• Tuesday - Rising of the Flag Ceremony Almond Tree Park 9pm, at midnight fire works
• Wednesday - All Day Picnic 12:pm-6:pm, Cook out and live music 6pm - 12:am Land Fall Park

The celebration begins with an Ecumenical Service in the evening. Then at midnight, there is a flag-raising ceremony, followed by fireworks and a wide variety of performances by local artists.
 

The Bahamas celebrates 42 years as an independent nation. Events are planned throughout Grand Bahama Island in commemoration of this significant event in the life of our nation.

The Bahamas will celebrate 44 years as an independent country. Events are planned across The Abacos in commemoration of this significant event in the life of our nation.

These events are held throughout the entire Island in the various districts, and commemorates The Bahamas’ Independence from Great Britain on July 10, 1973. The highlight is the flag-raising ceremony, which constitutes a proud moment for all Bahamians.

The venues are the Administator's Complex in Nicholl's Town, North Andros, Fresh Creek Central Andros, Mangrove Cay, and South Andros.