Barbados Food and Rum Festival
Local chefs and mixologists are joined by international celebrity chefs to create exciting culinary delights during the annual Barbados Food and Rum Festival!
2024 Festival Schedule
The signature events of 2024 festival take place October 24th to 27th, with preliminary events earlier in October.
Oct 5
4:00 PM
Aspiring local chefs compete as they showcase their cooking skills, creativity, and passion for culinary arts.
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Oct 13
4:00 PM
Engaging and informative talks on the history of rum, food sustainability, and food tales.
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Oct 20
12:00 PM
A family-friendly event featuring exciting games and activities, delicious local cuisine, and live entertainment.
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Oct 24
7:00 PM
A vibrant street party with traditional favorite dishes, live music, and arts and crafts.
No entry fee.
Oct 25
11:00 AM
International chefs share tips, recipes and cooking techniques. If you're passionate about cooking, you'll love these demos.
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Oct 25
6:00 PM
Exploration of the island's rum shops and rum distilleries, discovering our history and culture.
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Oct 26
4:00 AM
An all-inclusive breakfast beach party with expertly crafted rum drinks and creative dishes.
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Oct 26
7:00 PM
Join top chefs for unique dining experiences at restaurants across the island.
Oct 27
7:00 PM
A night of elegance and opulence with gourmet meals, signature cocktails, and live entertainment.
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Of course with Barbados being the birthplace of rum, no epicurean festival would be complete without this local spirit. See what goes into making the perfect Barbados Rum Punch and explore where we've been creating some of the world's finest rums for over 350 years!
Barbados Food Tours
Are you a foodie or just interested in experiencing Bajan cuisine in a fun way? Check out these great Barbados food tours!
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