Bermuda Events Calendar

Bermuda Events Calendar

There are plenty of events in Bermuda that take place round the year. Many of them attract overseas participation as well.

Many of these Bermuda events can be of great appeal and excitement to both locals and tourists.

So what kind of events are held in the island?

Bermuda cultural events, sports, social, musical events, performing arts, food and festival celebrations and more.

Here I have picked up and described the most important and popular events in Bermuda.

Bermuda Annual Events

Bermuda International Race Weekend (Jan 14 - 16, 2011)

Runners from all over the world along with locals participate in this Bermuda International Race Week-end.

Bermuda International Love Festival (Feb 12 - 14, 2010)

Romance can't go any further than the International Love Festival of Bermuda. Plan for a unique experience during Valentines week.

Bermuda Chess Tournament (Feb 1st Week, 2010)

The international open chess tournament in Bermuda is held after the Grandmasters championship. It started way back in 1980s.

Bermuda Gourmet Getaway (Feb - Mar 2010)

International celebrity chefs and the best of local chefs join to prepare fabulous dishes at Bermuda Gourmet Getaway.

Bermuda Festival of Performing Arts (Jan 20 - Mar 6, 2010)

The event started in 1976 and since then it has been a major hub of cultural exchange showcasing diverse range of performing arts. Here is the 2010 event schedule of Bermuda festival of Performing Arts.

Bermuda International Film Festival (Mar 19-25, 2010)

Launched in 1997, Bermuda International Film Festival or BIFF has gone a long way. It is now the qualifying festival for Short Film Academy Award.

Bermuda Peppercorn Ceremony (22 April 2010)

Bermuda Peppercorn Ceremony is a strange event held since 1816 at St. George, complete with bands and parade from Bermuda Regiment. This was the day when Bermuda's capital moved to Hamilton city from St. George, and the Old State House was given out on an annual rent of just one peppercorn to freemasons.

Bermuda Annual Exhibition (April for 3 days)

The annual exhibition in Bermuda has evolved into a grand country fare and a cultural festive celebration. Over 20,000 people gather here over the 3 days.

Bermuda Day (24 May 2010)

Bermuda Day is a public holiday. Many events including Parades, races and Marathons are held in the island to mark the beginning of summer.

Queen's Birthday Parade (14 June 2010)

Find out about the Queens Birthday parade and celebration in Bermuda. This is no longer an official public holiday though in the island.

Canada Day In Bermuda (June 2010)

Canada Day is celebrated as a grand beach party in Bermuda. The Association of Canada organizes this in the island. Find out all about it.

Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship (July 2-18, 2010)

This is an open fishing tournament having three legs. The boat accumulating maximum points out of all the three legs becomes the winner.

Bermuda Cricket Cup Match (July 2010)

Find out about Cup match in Bermuda. The game of Cricket is played over two public holidays, and the island virtually shuts down.

Bermuda Sand Sculpture Competition (August 2010)

Bermuda sand sculpture and castle competition is an annual event, usually held in August at Horseshoe Bay Beach. Find out all about it.

Bermuda Grand Prix (September 2010)

Bermuda Grand Prix is a two day bicycle competition. Find out the details here.

King Edward VII Gold Cup - Yacht Race (October 2010)

Bermuda Gold Cup, also known as the King Edward VII Gold Cup, is one of the greatest yacht racing events in the world.

Bermuda Music Festival (Sept 30 - October 2, 2010)

One of the most popular musical events in Bermuda, this was earlier known as the Bermuda Jazz festival. This is held in September/October over three days. The event features great performances from international stars who are joined by local talents.

Bermuda Remembrance Day Ceremony (November 11, 2010)

On Bermuda Remembrance Day, a Parade is held and wreaths are laid to pay tribute to the World War heroes who fought for Bermuda.

PGA Grand Slam of Golf (Oct 2010)

PGA Grand Slam of Golf moved to Bermuda in 2007. Over the years, it has grown from a 1-day 18 hole event to a 2-day 36 hole major showdown. The winner of this event is called the year's Champion of the Champions.

World Rugby Classic in Bermuda (Nov 2010)

Find out about how World Rugby Classic is held in Bermuda, what goes on in the island other than the game itself, and more…

Bermuda Weekly Events

Harbor Nights (Weekly, May - August 2010)

Harbor Nights is a festive celebration held on Front Street of Hamilton Bermuda. It takes place every Wednesdays during summer months (starting in May)

St. George Market Nights (Weekly, May - August 2010)

Market nights at St. George is held on every Tuesday evening at King Square, St George. It includes entertainment, local arts & crafts, music and more.

Destination Dockyard (Weekly, in summer starting June)

On Mondays, Kings Wharf or the Naval Dockyard in Bermuda offers nightly festival celebrations with fun filled activities in the summer months starting in June. The event is known as Destination Dockyard.

City Market Bermuda (weekly, November through June)

Started in 2002, City Market is held every Saturday morning from November to June at the Bulls Head Car Park, Hamilton City. The market is held like a Bohemian street festival and brings together the best of Bermuda's agricultural and farming products.

Other Bermuda Events

Bermuda Fitted Dinghy Race (May - September on various set dates)

Bermuda Fitted Dinghy Race is an extremely popular sail boat race to both locals and visitors. The yacht clubs of Bermuda participate in this. Know the full details.

Newport Bermuda Race (June 18 - 26, 2010)

Held once every two years in mid June, Newport Bermuda Race is a 635-mile long sail boat race on Atlantic ocean and one of world's premier ocean race on sail boats.

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