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Cultural Event – ‘Nos Zjilea’

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

World Tourism Day

On this special day, to make our youth more aware of what is really important for Bonaire, the Tourism Corporation Bonaire provides a book to all the elementary schools. Topics in this book varies every year, as the tourism industry has a great variety of topics. Tourism Corporation Bonaire hopes in this way to get...

Taste of Bonaire

At the Taste of Bonaire, visitors will have the opportunity to experience food, culture, local handicrafts and all things offered on Bonaire. On top of that, visitors will have the opportunity to taste signature dishes of well-known restaurants offered at special prices.

Bonaire Regatta

The 55th edition of the Bonaire Regatta takes place from October 3-8, 2022. During this week the bay of Kralendijk will be filled with sails from all kinds of sailing divisions, all competing for their class championship. While during the evening hours, people can enjoy great food and music in the Downtown area.

Cultural Event – ‘Nos Zjilea’

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Buddy Dive Resort X Lorenzo Mittiga

Buddy Dive Resort and renowned and awarded underwater photographer Lorenzo Mittiga join forces and organize small-scale underwater photography workshop weeks. During these weeks there is an interesting and intensive program in which Lorenzo will share his years of experience and skills with you. Every day there are lectures and dives with an emphasis on getting...

Cultural Event – ‘Nos Zjilea’

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Bario Festival Nort’i Saliña

The December Bario Festival will take place in the neighborhood of Nort'i Saliña. Visitors can meet locals and experience cultural activities and see what the locals make.

BONAIRE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING NIGHT/FIESTA DI BARI

At the Bonaire Christmas Shopping Night, visitors will have the opportunity to experience amazing shopping with discount in most of the stores in Kaya Grandi and Kaya Grandi adjacent. On top of that, visitors will have the opportunity to see the elderly Christmas themed parade. And also local Christmas dishes will be available.

Cultural Event – ‘Nos Zjilea’

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Instructor Development Courses

Are you ready to start living your dream and start a career in the dive industry? No better place to do so than on Divers Paradise Bonaire at Buddy Dive Resort. Buddy Dive Resort is not only well renowned as one of the top dive destinations in the Caribbean, but it has been hosting Instructor...

New Year’s Day – Maskarada

Maskarada, on New Year’s Day, originates from Bonaire’s Spanish background. Completely disguised, including speech, locals from each village dress and arrive early in groups at the Lt. Governor’s home to dance and play outside wishing the family a Happy New Year (“Bon Aña”). The Lt. Governor thanks them with a bottle of rum, held and...

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

Echo’s Annual Lora Roost Count

Echo is hosting its annual roost count on Saturday 28th January 2023 of the Yellow-shouldered Amazon Parrot, or Lora as it is known locally. The Roost count is a yearly event where volunteers from across the island visit known roost sites (places where groups of Lora sleep) and count the individuals to help estimate the population size...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Taste of Bonaire: Royal Family Edition

Usually held in the heart of Kralendijk, this event attracts locals and tourists alike to taste a variety of dishes offered on the island, with live music and performances. This is the perfect place to experience the rich culture of Bonaire, including the culmination of all the nationalities that have a hand in creating this...

Celebrating World Wetlands Day

Celebrating World Wetlands Day  on February 2nd at the Plaza Wilhelmina from 5 - 9 pm, with a big screen, and information stands. Nature organizations and stakeholders will be present to provide information to visitors.

Children Carnival Parade Rincon

The neighborhood of Rincon demonstrates its Carnival spirit with the presentation of its children Parade. Come see our children fill the streets of Rincon with beautiful costumes.

Children Carnival Parade Kralendijk

The Children Carnival Parade in Kralendijk includes all the island’s different Carnival groups. Hundreds of children enjoy the opportunity to show off their dancing skills and colorful costumes.

Art Talk with Artist Jessica Semeleer-Welch

Valerie and Jeff are two glass artists from the US. They have been creating glass art for over 10 years, and moved to Bonaire in 2019. They wanted to help foster an artistic community related to Glass Art. And that is how the idea of MoltenWolf Glass shop was born. They displayed their designs in...

Grand Carnival Parade Rincon

This is a prelude to the Grand Carnival Parade in Kralendijk. Local musicians create an exceptional ambiance in Rincon by playing their latest Carnival hits to the delight of hundreds of marchers dressed in resplendent costumes.

Grand Carnival Parade Kralendijk

The largest Carnival Parade is the Grand Parade through Kralendijk held on Sunday before Ash Wednesday. This parade is filled with unforgettable music, spectacular floats and original costumes decorated with colorful stones, sequins, and feathers, creating a unique display.

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, which is why sharing an experience in the oldest village feels so great. Rincon is filled with history and keeps many old traditions alive to this day. Exploring the village is so much fun, but now you can explore, shop and feel the warmth of the people of Rincon. Don’t...

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

Bario Festival: Tera Kora

A festival for all the neighborhoods of the island. The six main and oldest ones are symbolized on our flag by the red star with the six points. These neighborhoods are Antriol, Nikiboko, Nort’i Saliña, Playa, Rincon, and Tera Kòra. This festival was created to attract people to these different neighborhoods so they can experience...

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Shopping Night

Happening every month in downtown, the main street of Bonaire and the surrounding area, for everyone on the island who needs to do some shopping in the evening. Experience the shopping scene after hours, when the shops are open until 9:00 PM and people are in the mood to shop till they drop. Seize the...

Art Talk

Art Talk with Valerie Wolf. Find out how we make our glass art. At Terramar 8.

Annual Bonaire International Sports Week

The sports world of Bonaire showcases the sporting community of Bonaire and positions the island as a sports destination for both locals and visitors from around the world. This week boasts the various activities that are possible on the island, which can promote a more active and healthier lifestyle on the island. You can expect...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, which is why sharing an experience in the oldest village feels so great. Rincon is filled with history and keeps many old traditions alive to this day. Exploring the village is so much fun, but now you can explore, shop and feel the warmth of the people of Rincon. Don’t...

Taste of Bonaire: Culture

This Taste of Bonaire will be held in Rincon, this event attracts locals and tourists alike to taste a variety of dishes offered on the island, with live music and performances. This is the perfect place to experience the rich culture of Bonaire, including the culmination of all the nationalities that have a hand in...

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Quarterly Joint Press Conference #1

Tourism Corporation Bonaire with its partners, the Public Entity of Bonaire, Bonaire Hotel and Tourism Association, Bonaire International Airport have a joint quarterly press conference to promote and foster collaboration while informing the local community about the developments within the tourism industry.

Tourism after 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

Good Friday

Good Friday is the day for Christians to commemorate Jesus's crucifixion. On this day, according to the Bible, the Jewish religious leaders—who had condemned Jesus the night before for claiming to be the son of God and king of the Jews—brought him to the Romans for sentencing.

Easter

Easter is the greatest celebration in the Catholic church because it is the completion of the Holy week that ends with the resurrection of Jesus. Easter celebrates the beginning and foundation of Christianity. Jesus was raised from the dead, and it goes to show that He conquered sin and death.

Easter Monday – Simadan (Harvest) Festival Rincon

Simadan stems from Bonaire’s slave days and celebrates the growing season’s harvest (typically March/April). The festive harvest celebration in Bonaire varies from other places, perhaps, as a direct result of the way slaves on Bonaire were treated. Bonaire’s slaves grew crops for owners and some were permitted personal crops as well, a “liberty” not usually...

TCB & Friends: Simadan Outfit Reveal

Tourism Corporation Bonaire works hard to share Bonaire with the world, always keeping the community of Bonaire at top of mind. That’s why TCB & Friends tries to give back to the community during the celebrations where people come together to celebrate the heritage and culture of the island of Bonaire. On this day, the...

King’s Birthday

An official government ceremony in honor of King Willem Alexander is followed by numerous events and celebrations in Kralendijk.

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Dia di Rincon Cultural Event

Rincon Day is a special day on the island of Bonaire, where the focus is in the oldest town of Bonaire and the Dutch Caribbean. Visitors can enjoy an array of local cuisines and listen to local music and traditional dances. All of these activities take place in the center of Rincon where locals and...

TCB & Friends: Simadan Rincon

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) participates in the grand parade, with their group named: TCB & Friends Culture Group.

Labor Day

Labor Day is a legal holiday. There aren’t any events, but shops, banks and offices are closed.

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

REGGAE FREEDOM FESTIVAL

On Thursday, May 4, the movies 'Tula' and the short documentary 'Kamp op Bonaire' with Ismael Soliano will be screened. On Friday, May 5, on Liberation Day, we celebrate Freedom and various local and international reggae bands will perform and various local DJs will musically frame the evening. Location: Tera Cora Ranch.

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Bonaire Culinair

There is no better time to try a new restaurant than during the 15-day culinary event, when you can go to different restaurants and experience a 3-course meal for an...

Operation CCR

Are you ready for a week full of CCR diving? During this week you can immerse yourself in the world of CCR diving. There will be presentations, demonstrations, and gear...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as...

Bario Festival: Rincon

A festival for all the neighborhoods of the island. The six main and oldest ones are symbolized on our flag by the red star with the six points. These neighborhoods are Antriol, Nikiboko, Nort’i Saliña, Playa, Rincon, and Tera Kòra. This festival was created to attract people to these different neighborhoods so they can experience...

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, which is why sharing an experience in the oldest village feels so great. Rincon is filled with history and keeps many old traditions alive to this day. Exploring the village is so much fun, but now you can explore, shop and feel the warmth of the people of Rincon. Don’t...

ReeFiesta 2023

Come celebrate World Reef Awareness Day on Thursday, June 1st with an all-day event hosted by Reef Renewal Foundation Bonaire. It’s more important now than ever to spread awareness about coral restoration here on Bonaire, so let’s come together as a community to appreciate our beautiful reef ecosystem! Join us for this FREE event for an opportunity to...

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

My Guardian Group Walk & Run Bonaire 2023

On Sunday, June 4, 2023, the 6th edition of the My Guardian Group Walk & Run will take place on Bonaire. The start is at 6.30 am at Bachelor's Beach and the finish is at Frans Paradise. As Guardian Group Fatum, we think it is very important to stimulate health through sports. You can choose to run...

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Kids Sea Camp

Kids Sea Camp is a fun family event hosted each year by Margo Peyton at Buddy Dive Resort. This complete program integrates both educational events for the children on land and underwater as well as private family time to make this a memorable experience for the whole family. Kids Sea Camp weeks are fun for...

Bonaire Rum Week

A week to learn about different types of rum and rum infused products. Find out which brand and tastes match you best and see how to do it right. With rum being produced on the island, there is no better time to see what we are made of compared to the rest of the world....

Taste of Bonaire: Talent

Usually held in the heart of Kralendijk, this event attracts locals and tourists alike to taste a variety of dishes offered on the island, with live music and performances. This is the perfect place to experience the rich culture of Bonaire, including the culmination of all the nationalities that have a hand in creating this...

Yoga & Wellness Week

An event that focuses on all things health and natural. Celebrating the beauty of the calming sceneries and using them in a calming and healing way. The perfect escape from the busy life. A chance to unwind and learn about the various practices, diets, treatments, and shops available. Both hotels and restaurants will be offering...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, which is why sharing an experience in the oldest village feels so great. Rincon is filled with history and keeps many old traditions alive to this day. Exploring the village is so much fun, but now you can explore, shop and feel the warmth of the people of Rincon. Don’t...

Quarterly Joint Press Conference #2

Tourism Corporation Bonaire with its partners, the Public Entity of Bonaire, Bonaire Hotel and Tourism Association, Bonaire International Airport have a joint quarterly press conference to promote and foster collaboration while informing the local community about the developments within the tourism industry.

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Bario Festival: Nikiboko

A festival for all the neighborhoods of the island. The six main and oldest ones are symbolized on our flag by the red star with the six points. These neighborhoods are Antriol, Nikiboko, Nort’i Saliña, Playa, Rincon, and Tera Kòra. This festival was created to attract people to these different neighborhoods so they can experience...

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, so we would like you to experience the oldest village of Bonaire while walking around and shop, indulge in our local food and feeling the warmth of the people of Rincon. We invite you all to join us at the Marshe di Rincon starting in the morning until the afternoon....

Beach clean-up at Washikemba

Saturday July 29 we are organizing a beach clean-up at Washikemba together with Clean Coast Bonaire, STINAPA, A Plastic Free Bonaire, One Hour Clean Up Power and NOBO Bonaire. Washikemba is an important nesting site for sea turtles and has a very high load of litter. This is why it could use a big coastal...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as they play live at cultural park Mangazina di Rei located at the east-entrance of Rincon.

Local Chefs Night

We invite YOU for the 1st edition of our local chefs night! This evening will be the one that we put local food on the culinary map These 5 stars of the restaurant industry on Bonaire will cook like nobody else to support Jeomar’s culinary internship in Bulgaria! What to expect is a unique experience...

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new potential partners. Aside from networking, organizations within the industry can showcase their property by hosting the event at their establishment.

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved for all the fun activities that can and should be done in a park. Grab your family and hit the pavement, you might even bump...

Marshe di Rincon

Sharing is in our nature, so we would like you to experience the oldest village of Bonaire while walking around and shop, indulge in our local food and feeling the warmth of the people of Rincon. We invite you all to join us at the Marshe di Rincon starting in the morning until the afternoon....

Taste of Bonaire: Summer

Usually held in the heart of Kralendijk, this event attracts locals and tourists alike to taste a variety of dishes offered on the island, with live music and performances. This...

Cultural Event – Nos Zjilea

This event has a fusion of local arts & crafts, plants & vegetables and educational presentations. Enjoy the delicious food while listening to some of the best local musicians as...

Buddy Dive Thru the Lens

Buddy Dive Thru the Lens is all about underwater photography! It offers a fantastic opportunity if you are new to underwater photography or if you want to develop yourself and...

Cyclovia Kids

A day dedicated to getting out of the house and going to play outside. Plaza Wilhelmina makes the perfect place for scooting, skating, biking and more. This date is reserved...

Bonaire Flag Day

A local holiday where the entire island of Bonaire celebrates the existence of the island. Usually it is held within a chosen neighborhood on Bonaire where locals and visitors dance,...

Tourism After 5

The perfect opportunity to expose yourself to the tourism industry. An event that brings several island partners, with a mind for business, together to discuss collaboration possibilities and meet new...

Cultural Market in honor of Bonaire Day

Divi Flamingo Beach Resort is organizing a very special cultural market in honor of Bonaire Day. This event is completely free and open to the public. There will be local...