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Crop Over Calendar of Events 2023

Crop Over 2023 features a full slate of events following a few years of COVID disruptions. The festival officially kicks off on July 1st with the Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes featuring a parade starting at Haymans Factory.

The National Botanical Gardens plays a key role in this year's festival hosting key events such as Junior Kadooment, Pandemonium, Pic-O-De-Crop calypso finals, and Soca 4.0. The latter is a new event that will showcase the season's most popular artistes and songs. Grand Kadooment returns to a more traditional route with revellers jumping from Warrens to the Mighty Grynner Highway (Spring Garden).

Month	Day(s)	Event	Venue
May 25 - Aug 27		Visual Arts Exhibition Series	Queen's Park Gallery
Jun	1	Crop Over In The City	Golden Square Freedom Park
Jun	2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30	Crop Over Sweet Limes	Various Locations
Jul	1	Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes	Haymans Factory
Jul	2	Junior Monarch Semi-Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	29 & Aug 12	Bridgetown Market	Cheapside Market, Golden Square Freedom Park, Spring Garden Playing Field, Heroes Square, Independence Square
Jul	14	Pan Yard Lime	NCF Carpark
Jul	15	Junior Kadooment	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	15	Junior Monarch Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	16	Pandemonium	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	26	Crop Over Folk Concert	Golden Square Freedom Park
Jul	30	Soca On De Hill	TBA
Aug	1	Emancipation Day Celebrations	TBA
Aug	1	The Reunion	Kensington Mall Carpark
Aug	2	RISE	TBA
Aug	4	Pic-O-De-Crop Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Aug	5	Foreday Morning Jam	Bridgetown to Mighty Grynner Highway
Aug	5	Dis Is Rick	TBA
Aug	5 & 6	Bridgetown Market	Mighty Grynner Highway
Aug	6	Soca 4.0	National Botanical Gardens
Aug	7	Grand Kadooment	Warrens to Mighty Grynner Highway
Aug	12	Golden Soca Saturday	Cricket Legends
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Crop Over is Barbados' premiere summer festival and attracts visitors from across the globe! Many Bajans who now live off the island also return home to join in the festivities with family and friends. In addition to the official events of the National Cultural Foundation there are many other 'Crop Over' activities - such as themed parties and cruises - for you to enjoy!

Recommended Places To Stay, Things To Do & More...

Coming for Crop Over? Check out these recommended places to stay for your Barbados visit or find one that best meets your needs and budget.

Want to explore more places to stay when you visit Barbados for Crop Over? Hotels & resorts offer a wide range of facilities, vacation apartments are great for self-catering holidays while guesthouses are a more affordable option.

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There is no shortage of dining options in Barbados! From exquisite fine dining to tasty street food, international cuisine to local delicacies, there is something to suit every taste and budget. Go Barbados and experience the food!

Wondering what else there is to do outside of the usual Crop Over events? Try a water adventure or experience a thrill on land.Hop aboard a rugged safari jeep or relax in an air-conditioned coach. Go Barbados for the adventure...The options are limitless!

On Land

On Water

There is a range of sports and activities to keep you entertained! From golfing to game fishing, we've got it all!

When the sun has set, the action continues! Check out the range of nightlife options available for your enjoyment.

Harbour Lights is an open-air nightclub, with a superb beachfront location. Current local and international music is played by the house DJ's, and on Wednesdays and Fridays you enjoy the Open Bar Deals!

Experience Lickrish Food Tours' exquisite three hour walking tour through the entertainment district of the south coast! Enjoy delectable, locally inspired dishes by some of the best chefs on the island, whilst you sip on cocktails prepared by top Barbadian mixologists.

The kids are not to be forgotten! Here are some exciting options to keep the whole family entertained!

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