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A Celebration Worth Waiting ForJunkanoo, a Bahamian cultural expression, occurs during the dark hours of the December 26 and again on New Year’s Day. It is said that the darkness of the early morning only adds more to the bewitching atmosphere. In downtown Nassau, this Bahamian celebration showcases costumes, art and artifacts that are truly unique to Junkanoo.
Traditionally, this Bahamian street parade takes place on Boxing Day, December 26 and runs through to New Years Day. However, luckily for you, the month of July welcomes you with a continuous Mardi-Gras type celebration. Every weekend, costumes, dancing, music and all types of Bahamian cuisine fill the streets of Nassau. You may also find Junkanoo parades at many venues throughout Nassau/Paradise Island year-round. If you still haven’t gotten enough of Junkanoo festivities, visit the Nassau’s waterfront Junkanoo Expo, showcasing colorful creations from past parades. Even though the Junkanoo has built fame on its own terms, Hollywood stepped in and gave the festivities another boost. In April 1985, tradition took another side step for the big man himself, James Bond. The festival was staged and re-created to accommodate filming for Thunderball. |
Did You Know A Celebration Worth Waiting For
What began as a temporary celebration for freedom for slaves who were given three days off for Christmas, quickly blossomed into an exuberant, colorful parade. Onlookers have a chance to see costumes made out of cardboard or wood and decorated with brightly colored paper. Rhythmic goombay drums, copper bells and mouth whistles can be heard during performances gliding through Bay Street.Browse More Fun Facts...
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Did You Know?Dolphins displaced by Hurricane Katrina were rescued and now reside at Dolphin Cay at Atlantis. |
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Did You Know?The Cable Beach area of Nassau got its name when the first underwater telephone cable was laid. |
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Did You Know?Junkanoo, a spectacular street parade, is at the heart of the music culture of the Bahamas. |
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Did You Know?One of the largest wine cellars in the world, boasting over 250,000 bottles, can be found at the Graycliff Restaurant. |
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Did You Know?Captain Woodes Rogers was appointed Royal Governor of the Bahamas in 1717. Before his duty as governor, Rogers was a privateer from England sent on expeditions in order to harass Spanish colonies throughout the coast of the Atlantic. |
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Did You Know?The brilliant blue waters of the Bahamas are one of the two landmarks that stand out most clearly from space. |
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Did You Know?The first swimming pool in The Islands of The Bahamas was built at the Graycliff Hotel in Nassau. |
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