THE BAHAMAS CULINARY & ARTS FESTIVAL AT BAHA MAR RETURNS THIS OCTOBER FOR THE FOURTH SPECTACULAR YEAR
Early Bird Weekend Passes & Exclusive Hotel Packages are Available now for the Caribbean's Leading Celebration of Food, Community & Culture
NASSAU, The Bahamas, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the record-breaking success of last year's week-long festival celebration, Baha Mar announces the return of The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival, from October 22-26, 2025. The fourth annual event showcases the best in culinary and artistic expression, headlined by world-renowned chef talent, including Marcus Samuelssonof Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House, Dario Cecchiniof Carna, and Daniel Boulud of Cafe Boulud. Baha Mar's chefs will be joined by Bahamian celebrity chef, Simeon Hall Jr., and several Food Network stars, including Amanda Freitag, Carla Hall, Maneet Chauhan, Geoffrey Zakarian, and Scott Conant. Also in attendance will be the US' foremost spirits expert and author Noah Rothbaum and Bahamian mixologist MisterMixx Bahamas. Several more special guests will be announced soon.
This year's festival will once again come alive with the FUZE Caribbean Art Fair, the Caribbean's premiere gallery showcase for regional art facilitated by John Cox, Executive Director of Art & Culture at Baha Mar, The FUZE Caribbean Art Fair, which has been expanded to a five-day extravaganza from Wednesday, October 22 through to Sunday, October 26, will feature incredible art from 14 countries, more than 70 artists, and work from over 40 galleries. This showcase will bring together island pioneers to display a vast collection of artwork and multi-disciplinary creative programming. FUZE aligns inspired artists, insightful panel talks, and specialty art workshops led by Caribbean artists. FUZE focuses on decentralizing the art market and creating an epicenter for Bahamian art and the surrounding regions. FUZE is proud to welcome renowned artists and galleries, including Shacqueel Coleby,John Paul Saddleton, and June Collie, and more. FUZE will once again merge with a two-day Culinary Expo from October 25-26, featuring live local entertainment and Bahamian hospitality with mainstage celebrity chef demonstrations.
The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival will also bring back the popular weekend kick-off Welcome Party reimagined as a Taste of Baha Mar featuring bites from all of the resort's iconic eateries, libations and live entertainment from a soon-to-be-announceed award-winning artist. Past performances have included Boyz II Men, Sting with special guest Shaggy and Grammy award-winning musician and British rock and pop singer, songwriter, recording artist and record producer Sir Rod Stewart.
"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," says Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar. "The five-day festival has grown to become the ultimate celebration of food, art, music, wine and spirits, and this year's programming will be truly spectacular."
"Every year I look forward to participating in The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival, and this year is no different," says Marcus Samuelsson. "It's truly a one-of-a-kind event that brings together some of my closest friends and pairs them with renowned artists for an immersive experience that captures the flavors, culture, and soul of the island."
Exclusive hotel packages are now available here. Guests can choose between a luxury stay at the refined Rosewood Baha Mar, playfully hip SLS Baha Mar or modern Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.
- Rosewood Package: Impeccable, thoughtfully designed interiors inspired by the rich culture of The Bahamas are matched only by intuitive, world-class service and luxurious amenities. Rosewood Baha Mar offers private beach access, full-service pools, and an array of wellness services. Exclusive Gold and Platinum discount packages including two weekend passes per room and luxury accommodations with a minimum stay of two consecutive nights can be booked with the offer code PCKART.
- SLS Package: SLS Baha Mar is setting the tone in The Bahamas for a new era of stylish, playfully sophisticated island travel. SLS's luxe, high-design accommodations are complemented by renowned, chef-driven dining destinations, spirited nightlife, and unsurpassed service. Guests will receive 15% off of stays with the Gold and Platinum Room Offers, plus exclusive savings on Gold or Platinum Tickets for two, per room, providing access to this unforgettable weekend of culinary and artistic excellence. Packages can be booked with the Offer Code DSFEST by August 15, 2025.
- Grand Hyatt Package: Grand Hyatt at Baha Mar is designed to celebrate the most iconic experiences of a vacation in The Bahamas, perfect for families, friends, or a romantic getaway with a wide array of dining and nightlife options, lush tropical pools, and a pristine white sand beach. The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival Offer includes (2) Gold Weekend Passes to The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival and guest room accommodations. Discounted rooms and suites can be booked with the Offer Code ARTS by October 11, 2025.
Early bird weekend pass tickets for the event are now on sale at https://festival.bahamar.com/weekend-pass-tickets/ and range from $599++ for the Gold Weekend Pass and $899++ for the Platinum Weekend Pass. Guests can enjoy The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival at Baha Mar in spectacular fashion with either of the Festival's elite passes.
Gold Weekend Pass includes:
- Access to flagship events and experiences
- Admission to the Gold Section of the Welcome Party on Friday, 10/24
- Unlimited access to The Bahamas Culinary Expo and FUZE Arts Expo on Saturday and Sunday
- One Signature Chef Hosted Dinner on Saturday, 10/25
- A welcome gift bag upon check-in
Platinum Weekend Pass includes:
- Access to flagship events and experiences
- Admission to the Platinum Section of the Welcome Party, including 1 hour early access
- Unlimited access and early entry to The Bahamas Culinary Expo and FUZE Arts Expo on Saturday and Sunday
- One Signature Chef Hosted Dinner on Saturday, 10/25
- A premium welcome gift bag upon check-in
Additional experiences will be announced in the coming weeks, including intimate culinary and art activities hosted by Baha Mar's leading chefs and artists. For more information about the event, please visit https://festival.bahamar.com for full details on featured chefs and artists, event specifics, art exhibitions, and a link for easy ticket purchase.
About Baha Mar
Baha Mar is a master planned integrated resort development situated on 1,000 acres overlooking the world's famous Cable Beach. The white sand beach destination includes three global brand operators – Grand Hyatt, SLS, and Rosewood – over 2,300 rooms and more than 45 restaurants and lounges, the largest casino in the Caribbean, a state-of-the-art convention center, Royal Blue Golf Course, an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature course, a brand new $200 millionBaha Bay luxury water park, the Caribbean's first and only flagship ESPA spa, and over 30 luxury retail outlets. Baha Mar is a breathtaking location with dynamic programming, activities, and guest offerings in one of the most beautiful places in the world – The Bahamas. For more information and reservations, visit www.bahamar.com.
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