Junkanoo

Junkanoo is a vibrant Bahamian cultural festival celebrated on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, featuring energetic parades filled with colorful costumes, rhythmic music, and lively dance. Rooted in African traditions, it showcases elaborate mask-making, drumming, and storytelling, highlighting the Bahamas' rich cultural heritage. Participants wear intricate, handmade costumes adorned with feathers, beads, and sequins, while performers dance to drum and cowbell rhythms. Junkanoo is a spirited expression of community pride, history, and identity, drawing both locals and visitors to enjoy a unique, rhythmic celebration of Bahamian culture.