Events Calendar

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...

At the Bonaire Christmas Shopping Night, visitors will have the opportunity to experience amazing shopping with discounts in most of the stores in Kaya Grandi and Kaya Grandi adjacent. On...

Christmas Day is a public holiday celebrated around the world and most Christians celebrate on December 25. On the island, Christmas is celebrated with family and friends. Stores and other...

Second Christmas Day, also known as Boxing Day, is a public holiday celebrated in many countries, and it is observed on December 26, the day after Christmas Day. Majority of...

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...

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with different stores and businesses having an end of the year event with pagara (fireworks) during the day. At night the majority of people spend...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

On March 30th, the 35th anniversary of this celebration, the “Sende Mecha” ceremony will kick off. After the flag is raised next to the Catholic Church, there will be music...

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...

“Simadan di Pastor” is the next event, on April 1st in the Catholic church garden with a short parade. This is done to thank God for the harvest and to...

“Festival Kanto Krioyo”, a singing competition for local artists to come up with a new song and compete to have their song as the song of the year for the...

Throughout the month, there will be several “Den Trin”, pop-up events with music and food where people gather to warm up for Dia di Rincon, from 7 pm to 12...

Throughout the month, there will be several “Den Trin”, pop-up events with music and food where people gather to warm up for Dia di Rincon, from 7 pm to 12...

Pageants that focus on culture include the “Mucha Kultural” on April 14th from 1 pm to 6 pm at Plenchi Carmen Goeloe,

Throughout the month, there will be several “Den Trin”, pop-up events with music and food where people gather to warm up for Dia di Rincon, from 7 pm to 12...

The “Dama Kultural” pageant on April 20th from 8 pm to 11 pm at Stadion Antonio Trenidat.

The “Chikitin Krioyo” pageant on April 21st from 5 pm to 9 pm at Stadion Antonio Trenidat.

There will also be a soccer championship dedicated to the F.G. Janga, in which local teams will participate to win the F.G. Janga Cup. The final will be April 22nd...

On April 23rd Posada Para Mira is organizing a 5-course traditional dinner from 6 pm to 9 pm in Kaya Cornelis D. Crestian, at a long table under the moonlight...

Parades will be clustered at the end of the month, starting on April 24th with “Simadan di nos Grandinan”, the parade dedicated to the elderly folks of Rincon from 4...

“Ruta di Tradishon”, an accumulation of habits from the past with roots in Rincon, on April 25th from 7 pm to 3 am in the streets of Rincon.

On April 26th  there will be “Parada di Garoshi” in the streets of Rincon from 5 pm to 7 pm.

Throughout the month, there will be several “Den Trin”, pop-up events with music and food where people gather to warm up for Dia di Rincon, from 7 pm to 12...

Closer to the big day, there will be several parties and gatherings in Rincon, including Kings of Krioyo, where the local talents get to shine and play local music the...

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

“Juvedam” takes place from 4 am to 7 am on April 27th  and Simadan di Shon Cain later that day from 10 am to 12 am in the Northern part...

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...

Topa mi den Cocorobi taking place from 5 pm to 3 am in Cocorobi on April 28th.

April 29th, the eve of Dia di Rincon, there will be Antesala Dia di Rincon from 4 pm to 7 pm, followed by Ban topa dia di Rincon from 7...

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...

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

On May 1st, the “Saka Raton” will be in the streets of Rincon to finish all the festivities.

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...

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...

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...

You are cordially invited to join us for wellness and relaxing experiences on our pristine island of Bonaire. This year, the industry partners have teamed up to offer you a...

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...

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), along with SKAL, will organize for the first time Bonaire by Night. This event will take place on Friday, August 2nd, 2024, from 6 pm to 9...

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...

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...

Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), along with SKAL, will organize the second Bonaire by Night. This event will take place on Thursday, September 5th, 2024, from 6 pm to 9 pm....

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,...

During the most significant technical diving event in the Caribbean, guests can enjoy demos and tryouts with the newest equipment, presentations from renowned names in the industry, and lots of...

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...

The 57th edition of the Bonaire Regatta takes place from October 7-12. During this event the bay will be filled with sails from all kinds of sailing divisions, all competing...

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...

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...

Some might remember but it has been a while since we had the last Kaminda di Arte on Bonaire. The Kaminda di Arte, literally translated to ‘Road of Art’ takes...

Kingdom Day is a public holiday on the island of Bonaire, and it is observed on December 15 each year. The holiday commemorates the anniversary when Queen Juliana signed the...

Christmas Day is a public holiday celebrated around the world and most Christians celebrate on December 25. On the island, Christmas is celebrated with family and friends. Stores and other...

Second Christmas Day, also known as Boxing Day, is a public holiday celebrated in many countries, and it is observed on December 26, the day after Christmas Day. Majority of...

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...

New Year’s Eve is celebrated with different stores and businesses having an end of the year event with pagara (fireworks) during the day. At night the majority of people spend...

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...

🌟𝗕𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘇𝗲 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗫𝗫𝗟 🌟 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙞𝙜𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙇𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 🩷 𝙤𝙛 𝙆𝙧𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙟𝙠, 𝘽𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙚! A collaboration between 𝗕𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘇𝗲 and 𝗖𝘂𝗯𝗮 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 of dancing, music, and workshops!...

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.

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.

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...

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...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Join us for an exciting twist on STINAPA's annual Kadimo walking trail. This year the Kadimo trail will be a scavenger hunt were participants need to answer questions, decipher puzzles,...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

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...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Join us for a night of laughter with comedians Fernando Nava and Friso Grandsma as they deliver their hilarious stand-up sets in English! 🎤😂 🎟 Tickets: $15 (includes a snack...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

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...

A week reserved for silent diving. During this week you can immerse yourself in the world of CCR diving. There will be presentations, demonstrations, and gear tryouts. We assure you...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

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...

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...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Saturday the 26th of April it is time for the Second Quarterly Clean Up Dive of 2025!!! Time of check in: 09:30 am Location: Town Pier, Across the street from...

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...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

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

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

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

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Brace yourselves, food aficionados and culinary enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Bonaire Culinair Spring Edition is set to tantalize your taste buds, commencing on May 29th and continuing through June 12th,...

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...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...

Every Saturday, DJ Wietze de Jager is playing at BBQ at the Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy the sunset, cocktails, and delicious BBQ dishes while listening to...

Every Monday night from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, you can enjoy a cozy campfire session at Beach Brasserie. Gather for a drink and/or snack by the campfire, listen to...