How to Spend Independence Day in the Bahamas

If you go to the Bahamas during the time of the United States' Independence Day, you'll get two holidays for one! The Bahamians celebrate July 4th like in the United States, but they also have their own Independence Day celebration in early July. As of July 10, 1973, the Bahamians became independent from Great Britain as well. If you want to celebrate Bahamian Independence Day, here is how to do it in the Bahamas.
You will want to find out what Independence Day celebrations are taking place on the island you will be visiting. You may already know from performing an internet search to decide on your island. If not, you can wait until you arrive and ask the locals. The Bahamians are incredibly friendly when you ask questions.Your hotel should also have information about upcoming local events and celebrations. Ask the concierge or activities desk about how and where the island will celebrate July 4th and July 10th. Enjoy Fireworks for the Independence Day Celebrations!The hotel itself might be having a celebration of its own. For instance, if you stay at Atlantis on Paradise Island, they will most likely have their own Independence Day celebrations including fireworks displays. If you are staying on Grand Bahama island celebrating July 4th is simple. One major celebration will take place at Port Lucaya Marketplace, by the water. There is an outdoor area surrounded by some of the restaurants and shops with a stage. Generally, you will find live bands playing mostly American music all evening on July 4th. There is also a Junkanoo parade on July 4th, where the Bahamians dress up in costume and have a parade on the main road near the Marketplace.