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Crop Over Calendar of Events 2024

Crop Over 2024 features a full slate of events, with some significant changes to two of the festival's most popular events - Grand Kadooment and Bridgetown Market.

Month	Day(s)	Event	Venue
May - Aug		Visual Arts Exhibition Series	Queen's Park Gallery
May 31 - Jun 28		Crop Over Sweet Limes	Various
Jun	28	Bridgetown Craft Market	Independence Square, Golden Square Freedom Park, Heroes Square, Jubilee Gardens
Jul	6	Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	7	Junior Monarch Semi-Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	12	Pan Yard Lime	UWI Cave Hill
Jul	13	Fusions	Ilaro Court
Jul	14	Pandemonium	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	20	Junior Kadooment	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	20	Junior Monarch Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	20	Tipsy Beach Party	Copacabana
Jul	21	Tipsy "All White" Party	National Botanical Gardens
Jul	26	Crop Over Folk Concert	Golden Square Freedom Park
Jul	26	The Reunion	Kensington Mall Carpark
Jul	27	Bridgetown Craft Market	Independence Square, Golden Square Freedom Park, Heroes Square, Jubilee Gardens
Jul	28	Soca On De Hill	Farley Hill National Park
Jul	31	RISE	Kensington Oval
Aug	1	Emancipation Day Celebrations	TBA
Aug	2	Pic-O-De-Crop Finals	National Botanical Gardens
Aug	3	Foreday Morning Jam	Mighty Grynner Highway
Aug	3	Dis Is Rick	Garfield Sobers Gymnasium
Aug	3	Bridgetown Craft Market	Independence Square, Golden Square Freedom Park, Heroes Square, Jubilee Gardens
Aug	4	Soca 5.0	National Botanical Gardens
Aug	5	Grand Kadooment	Bridgetown to Kensington Oval
Aug	10	Bridgetown Craft Market	Independence Square, Golden Square Freedom Park, Heroes Square, Jubilee Gardens

Kadooment 2024 will feature a new parade route: starting at the Bridgetown Helipad the bands will head onto Hincks Street, along the Princess Alice Highway, onto Harbour Road, then follow President Kennedy Drive to Eagle Hall, then onto Black Rock Main Road up to the roundabout at the bottom of University Hill; onto the Mighty Grynner Highway, and back to Kensington Oval.

Bridgetown Market will be held on four Fridays during the course of the festival, starting on Friday June 28^th. These celebrations of art, craft, food and culture will take place in the heart of Bridgetown.

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.

Find the perfect place to stay for your Crop Over vacation!

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!

Personal Drivers

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Car Rentals

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