Caribbean Evening and Reopening of the Embassy of The Bahamas

Schedule

Fri May 29 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Embassy of The Bahamas | Washington, DC

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About this Event

Want to travel to the Caribbean this Weekend? Tonight, step on Bahamian soil for an incredible cultural event and celebration!

After undergoing many years of renovations, the Embassy of The Bahamas has reopened. Be among the first people to celebrate!

This evening, we are delivering the Spirit of Nassau and Paradise Island with a diplomatic touch! Join your fellow young professionals as we step onto foreign soil for an exciting evening at the Embassy of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas.

In a special cultural evening, we will recreate a visit to this Caribbean Jewel of elegance, charm, music, dance, great food, laughter, and more!

Featuring:

BAHAMIAN FOOD:
Enjoy a specially prepared buffet featuring authentic Bahamian cuisine.


CARIBBEAN OPEN BAR including RUM:
This evening, we will pair off regional wines, beer, and especially rum!


LIVE STEEL DRUMS:
A Live Steel Drum Welcome will greet you for the first part of the evening.

CARIBBEAN DJ
Playing Bahamian/Caribbean style music, our Bahamian DJ will take us on a fantastic musical journey to the Bahamas as we dance to his special Island music, participate in a limbo contest, and recreate an island atmosphere!


DIPLOMATIC GREETING:
Meet some of the diplomats from the Bahamas including a special diplomatic greeting!


FILM:
Enjoy a short film on the beautiful scenery, culture,, and people of the Bahamas


Note: The event is presented as a cultural event organized by us at the Embassy of the Bahamas. Your registration fee is used by Things to do DC solely to present diverse cultural events to our membership. No part of the admission fee is related in any way to the Embassy of the Bahamas or staff at the Embassy of the Bahamas. We appreciate your support of our events!


Suggested Attire

Smart Causal. Caribbean Wear Encouraged

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Where is it happening?

Embassy of The Bahamas, 2220 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States

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