Reasons To Celebrate the Holidays in Nassau & Paradise Island

Fly South for the Holidays: A Tropical Escape to Nassau & Paradise Island

This holiday season, swap wrapped gifts for the gift of an unforgettable escape to Nassau & Paradise Island. Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or just the two of you, a Bahamian holiday is an easy way to make the season feel truly merry and bright.

The festive spirit is everywhere you go, from dazzling light displays and themed parties to seasonal menus and colourful Bahamian celebrations like Junkanoo. With non-stop flights from major cities across the United States and Canada, you can be off the tarmac and on the sand in just a few hours. Pair that with limited-time offers from top Nassau & Paradise Island resorts, and it’s easy to see why this is the place to spend the holidays.

Family-Friendly Holiday Vacations in Nassau & Paradise Island

Why not take your family holiday traditions to the tropics this year? At Margaritaville Beach Resort, you can help deck the halls while the kids put the final touches on their letters to Santa (don't forget to bring along an extra toy to give to their annual toy drive). Then, snap some photos for your holiday card with Santa and Mrs. Claus, decorate Bahamian-style treats, and watch the classic Christmas movies you love with the festive team at Atlantis. The fun doesn't stop there. Over at Rosewood Baha Mar, you'll find seven straight days of activities leading up to Christmas, with face painting, crafting, karaoke, scavenger hunts, and so much more.

If you're celebrating Chanukah while on vacation, the season shines just as bright with daily services and menorah lighting at both Atlantis and Baha Mar every night.

With all the holiday special events, plus year-round non-stop activities like snorkelling, museums and waterparks, the holidays in Nassau & Paradise Island will keep the entire family feeling festive, joyful and endlessly entertained.
 

Ring in the New Year, Island-Style

The joyous and exuberant spirit of The Bahamas is on full display at Junkanoo, an event you absolutely can't miss if you're visiting Nassau & Paradise Island over the holiday season. Junkanoo is a centuries-old Bahamian street parade featuring costumed groups, drums, horns and dancing.

This storied celebration of Bahamian culture and history takes place in the early hours of Boxing Day and New Year's Day, and locals often spend months preparing colourful costumes and performances for the Grand Parade. You'll see elaborate outfits, dances, and all kinds of traditional Caribbean music that come together in the most cheerful, immersive, and truly unforgettable event of the season.

Kick off the New Year in style at the Atlantis Bahamas' famous Party Like A Royal 2025 celebration, with special guest TV personality Ariana Madix and DJ duo Two Friends, a surprise celebrity performance and a midnight firework display.

Or ring in 2026 at New Year's Eve at Baha Mar, where you can take part in an exclusive tasting experience from the resort restaurants, followed by a performance from Grammy Award winner Sean Paul, live DJ and dazzling fireworks show. Wherever you end up, it's guaranteed to be a night you won't forget!

Celebrate the Holidays in Nassau & Paradise Island    

Whether you're soaking up the sun, sipping something seasonal, or diving into days filled with family fun, Nassau & Paradise Island gives holiday magic a little dose of Bahamian style. From glittering celebrations to unforgettable experiences for every age, there's no better place to trade snowflakes for sea breezes and make memories that will sparkle long after the season ends. Explore the offers and packages available throughout the holiday season and start making your tropical holiday dreams a reality!