Baha Mar has announced the return of The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival, scheduled for October 22-26, 2025. This marks the fourth annual event, which aims to highlight culinary and artistic talent. The festival will feature renowned chefs such as Marcus Samuelsson, Dario Cecchini, and Daniel Boulud, alongside Bahamian celebrity chef Simeon Hall Jr. and several Food Network personalities, including Amanda Freitag and Carla Hall.
The event will also include the FUZE Caribbean Art Fair, a gallery showcase for regional art that will take place over five days. This year, the fair will feature works from 14 countries and over 70 artists. It aims to promote Caribbean art and includes panel discussions and workshops led by local artists.
Additionally, the festival will host a Culinary Expo on October 25-26, featuring local entertainment and chef demonstrations. A Welcome Party, now called Taste of Baha Mar, will kick off the weekend, offering food from various resort eateries and live performances from a yet-to-be-announced artist.
Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, “We are thrilled to once again welcome back guests, the local community, as well as culinary and art talent for our fourth annual Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.” Marcus Samuelsson also remarked on the unique experience the festival provides.
Hotel packages are available for guests wishing to attend, with options including luxury stays at Rosewood Baha Mar, SLS Baha Mar, or Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. Early bird tickets for the festival are currently on sale, with different pass options available to attendees. The Gold Weekend Pass includes access to key events, while the Platinum Weekend Pass offers additional benefits such as early entry and premium amenities.