2025 Events

All-New for 2025, The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival is offering lodging inclusive Weekend Pass Packages with special discounted rates from our three luxury of choice hotel experiences – the richly refined Rosewood, the playfully hip SLS, and the stylish and modern Grand Hyatt— each offering spectacular accommodations.

Chef Daniel Boulud returns to his namesake restaurant Café Boulud The Bahamas at Rosewood Baha Mar for his highly anticipated annual Truffle Dinner, an extraordinary evening celebrating the season’s first truffles. This is a culinary evening not to be missed. Thank us later!

Visit The Library at Rosewood Baha Mar for an unparalleled Afternoon Tea experience exclusively found in The Bahamas. From indulgent sweet temptations reflective of Bahamian national symbols to the restorative and delightful local bush teas, a journey to the island is incomplete without this cultural culinary experience.

Immerse yourself in Bahamian culture with our interactive Straw Craft workshop, where you'll collaborate with a local artist to create a unique and authentic piece that captures the essence of The Bahamas.

When Baha Mar is rocking, you know the sound and vibe are coming from Jon Batiste's Jazz Club! Grab a cocktail and your dancing shoes and meet us there!

Experience The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival in spectacular fashion with the Festival Weekend Pass! The Weekend Pass offers premium access to several of our flagship events, exclusive festival experiences, and lots more, in one convenient package. In addition to the Weekend Pass, a variety of culinary and art events are available à la carte at an additional cost.

Join Amanda Freitag in this hands on immersive experience where you will learn how to make a classic Beef Wellington. From searing the beef to delicately wrapping it in a flaky pastry puff you are sure to wow your family, friends and any top chef!

Acrylic pouring is an abstract art form that allows you to drip, pour, splash and drain fluid acrylics over a surface for a one-of-a-kind painting without a brush. Use your own “gestural marks” to build layers of beautiful color and movement. Each participant is given 1 conch shell and fluid acrylics for the class. 48 hour drying time. Wine included.

Unleash your creativity at our wine and silk screen tote workshop! Join artist Selina Munroe for a fun-filled evening of creating beautiful art pieces while sipping on wine. Let loose, have a blast, and make memories at our relaxed and engaging event.

Kick off your Culinary & Arts Festival weekend Friday night under the stars at A Taste of Baha Mar, our all-inclusive Welcome Party. Indulge in live-action chef stations and inventive cocktails, then dance the night away to a special performance by 4-time GRAMMY® Award-winning icon and proud Bahamian, Lenny Kravitz.

The best of Bahamian culinary, art and culture blend together for an immsersive, free-flowing expo filled with a variety of live-action demos, tastings, workshops and more.

Set an intention and exhale during Baha Mar's signature Flamingo Yoga & Restorative Flow.

Your favorite Mexican brunch is back! Indulge in authentic Mexican flavors while sipping on refreshing cocktails as this event promises to be flavorful and unforgettable.

Join us for a fun morning of wine and art in a relaxed setting. A Paint and Sip combines the fun and relaxation of a party with the challenge of a class. Guided by experienced landscape and abstract painter John Paul Saddleton, participants will work at individual easels to create a stunning work of art! We encourage conversation and laughter rather than serious focus. The class will include all materials and glasses of wine flowing freely.

Nothing screams classical French Chef training like a classic Nicoise! Perfect for any brunch, this simple but elegant dish is always a crowd pleaser especially when paired with Geoffrey’s famous French 75!

Live music, festive cocktails by Mr. Mixx himself and island-inspired cuisine prepared by Marcus Samuelsson and Scott Conant in the Marcus Gardens - it doesn't get any more fun or delicious than this!

One of the most famous butchers in the world, Master Butcher Dario Cecchini, will host an extraordinary lunch showcasing a variety of cuts, savory seasonings, and preparation methods that will leave you wanting more.

Join Carla Hall in The Kitchen for a Bon Appetit Masterclass hosted by Executive Editor Jamila Robinson. This once in a lifetime experience will take you and your taste buds on a culinary adventure!

Join Chefs Marcus Samuelsson and Simeon Hall Jr. at Marcus Up Top on a culinary journey of exotic Caribbean ingredients and dishes.

Join Chefs Amanda Freitag and Scott Conant as they take you on an unforgettable Italian culinary journey.

Join us at Katsuya for a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience featuring expertly crafted signature rolls and stunning sushi and sashimi platters—paired perfectly with specialty cocktails. This exclusive event offers an intimate look at the artistry behind every bite.

Experience a specially curated menu by Master Butcher Dario Cecchini at Carna.

Chefs Maneet Chauhan & Geoffrey Zakarian come together for a unique collaboration, leading guests through a delicious exploration of the world of Indian & modern French cuisine.

Fill your cup during the Art of Brunch hosted by Carla Hall, Amanda Freitag and Maneet Chauhan where they cook with love, turn up the joy, and close out the weekend dancing to live music.

Join us for a delightful morning of wine and art at Marcus Up-Top Restaurant, where the atmosphere is relaxed and enjoyable. A Paint and Sip event blends the enjoyment of a party with the engaging experience of a class, all under the guidance of the talented abstract artist, June Collie.

During this intimate lunch, Chef Conant will prepare some of his Italian favorite dishes with his own twist that will transport you straight to Tuscany!

An exclusive Figure Drawing class with Executive Director of Arts & Culture at Baha Mar, John Cox. The sessions will focus on drawing a live nude models from direct observation. You will leave this class with more knowledge on the accuracy of the anatomy, plotting a composition, analyzing shadows and light and the fundamentals of perspective. These sessions are open to all levels, and all materials will be provided.

Do you have what it takes to be a craft mixologist? Join Award-winning mixologist Mr. Mixx as he celebrates the Caribbean in this first of a kind mixology class hosted in the beautiful Jazz Club.

It's time to head to India for Maneet’s Street food Potluck! In this interactive experience, guests will get their hands dirty as they make noteworthy dishes from chaats to lassi.

Locals know best - join Chef Simeon Hall, Jr for a unique take on the traditional Bahamian BBQ & Rum Celebration to close out the week!

Bold flavors, vibrant flavors and curated cocktails all come together to create a spectacular culinary experience as Chef Alfredo gives you an authentic taste of Mexico.