The second Monday in October, formerly known as "Discovery Day" or "Columbus Day," has now been dedicated to honoring Bahamian national heroes since 2013. An official National Heroes Day ceremony is held with a keynote speech by the Prime Minister, and heroes from a cross-section of civil society are celebrated with a week of activities.
Many people enjoy the day with family gatherings and beach picnics.
Annually on the second Monday of October All day
Organization / Contact
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
Email
Phone
(242) 302-2000
Address
George Street
Nassau, N.P.
Bahamas
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