King’s Birthday
An official government ceremony in honor of King Willem Alexander is followed by numerous events and celebrations in Kralendijk.
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Our calendar shows the special events and celebrations that are held throughout the year on Bonaire.
An official government ceremony in honor of King Willem Alexander is followed by numerous events and celebrations in Kralendijk.
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.
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...
Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) participates in the grand parade, with their group named: TCB & Friends Culture Group.
Labor Day is a legal holiday. There aren’t any events, but shops, banks and offices are closed.
TCB & Friends Group participates at the Simadan Parade in Kralendijk.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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 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...
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....
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...