Christmas and the New Year period is peak season in Barbados. Visitors from around the World flock here to soak up our warm sunshine, lay on our sandy beaches and experience our friendly Bajan hospitality. If you have not yet booked your holiday villa rental contact us now at BarbadosBarbados.com so we can help you with your search.
For those of you who have chosen to swap your winter coats, mittens and snow shovels for swimsuits, sunscreen and palm trees this Christmas, we have compiled a Calendar of Events of what is happening on the island during the holiday season.
This page will be updated whenever any information is released.
***CHRISTMAS EVENTS***
♦ Carols at the Abbey on Sunday December 20th on the Croquet Lawn at St Nicholas Abbey from 4pm to 6pm. Carols stars at 5pm. Admission Bds$25 adults, $5 kids (cash only) and paid at the entrance on the date. Some seating is available but you may bring your own folding chairs. Please bring a wrapped gift for a child stating the approximate age and gender. All proceeds are donated to Children’s Charities on the island and gifs to underprivileged children.
***CHRISTMAS EVE ***
***CHRISTMAS DAY ***
Most restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, choices are therefore limited.
**SOUTH COAST**
♦ TAPAS: Christmas Dinner at Tapas – ONLY a special menu will be available. Click here to view the menu. There will likely be some menu changes and the final menu will be sent to all bookings in November. No Tapas or Dinner menus will be available.
Two courses BBD $220 // Three courses BBD $250.00
12% service charge will be added to your bill
Book on-line
📞 +1 246 228 0704
**WEST COAST**
***BOXING DAY ***
***OLD YEAR’S NIGHT ***
Old Year’s Night as it’s known in Barbados, is a special evening for locals. Typically the celebration lasts until dawn with the brave and hearty heading to the East Coast for sunrise.
Say Goodby to 2026 and plan for an even brighter 2027!
Here’s what we’ve found going on that night:
**SOUTH COAST**
♦ PRIMO BAR & BISTRO: Ring in 2027 with an unforgettable 3-course New Year’s Eve dinner at Primo. Set menu is coming soon, so stay tuned for the full menu reveal.
BBD $335 VAT included, Kids 4–11: $115
🕔 1st Seating: 5PM–7PM
🕗 2nd Seating: 8PM–10PM
🥂 For diners 8PM & later you keep your table throughout the evening.
Reservations & deposits are required.
📧 reservations@primobarbados.com
📞 +1 246 573-7777
**WEST COAST**
♦ PAUL OWENS AT THE BEACH HOUSE: Paul Owens welcomes the New Year with exceptional food, vibrant music and a sparkling atmosphere. Indulge in a specially curated a la carte three-course dinner menu for Bds$495 per person which includes a welcome glass of bubbly, steel pan entertainment, DJ Scientist from 10pm. Seating times are from 6pm to 10pm.
Spaces are limited for this exclusive night. Secure your table today:
📧 reservations@paulowensatthebeachhouse.com
📞 +1 246 432-1163 | WhatsApp: +1 246 256 1163
Prices are in BBD and include 10% VAT. A 12.5% service charge and DTS Levy of 2.5% will be added to each bill.
***NEW YEAR’S DAY ***
Updated October 21st 2026