Belize Annual Events

Celebrate Belize All Year Long

From lobster festivals and Garifuna drumming to chocolate, cycling, canoe racing, national celebrations, and village traditions; these are the annual events that help Belize come alive.

February 7, 2026

Placencia Sidewalk Art Festival

Placencia Village

Placencia’s famous sidewalk turns into an outdoor gallery filled with Belizean art, handmade crafts, local creators, and village energy.

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March 8, 2026

Baron Bliss Harbour Regatta

Belize City Harbour

A historic sailing tradition connected to Baron Bliss Day, bringing Belizeans together around the sea, harbour, and national memory.

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March · Date Varies

La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge

San Ignacio to Belize City

One of Belize’s most iconic endurance events: canoe teams race along the Belize River, blending sport, community, river culture, and adventure.

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March 28, 2026

Crooked Tree Tilapia & Bird Festival

Crooked Tree Village

A village celebration of local food, birding, wetland life, and community pride in one of Belize’s most beloved nature destinations.

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April 4, 2026

Holy Saturday Cross Country Cycling Classic

Belize City to Cayo and back

A legendary Belizean cycling tradition that pulls crowds along the Western Highway and brings national excitement every Easter weekend.

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April 30, 2026

Vines in Paradise: Wine & Jazz

Belize

A polished evening experience blending wine, jazz, and Belizean hospitality for visitors looking for a slower, elegant side of Belize.

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May 15, 2026

Chocolate Festival of Belize

Toledo District

A celebration of cacao, Maya heritage, chocolate makers, local food, music, and the deep cultural roots of Belizean chocolate.

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May 16, 2026

Cashew Festival & Agriculture Show

Crooked Tree / Belize District

Cashew wine, village food, agriculture, music, and Belizean creativity come together around one of the country’s most loved seasonal flavors.

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May 30, 2026

Mango Festival

Belize

A sweet celebration of mango season with food, drinks, local vendors, family fun, and the kind of tropical flavor Belize does best.

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July 3–5, 2026

Placencia Lobsterfest

Placencia Village

Fresh lobster, beach parties, live music, artisan vendors, and one of Belize’s most anticipated coastal celebrations.

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July · Date Varies

San Pedro Lobster Festival

Ambergris Caye

A flavorful island celebration with lobster dishes, restaurant specials, beach energy, music, and Ambergris Caye nightlife.

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July · Date Varies

Caye Caulker Lobster Fest

Caye Caulker

The original island-style lobster celebration, full of food, music, beach parties, and that classic “go slow” Caye Caulker flavor.

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July 16, 2026

Grand Caribe Deep Sea Classic Fishing Tournament

Ambergris Caye

A major fishing tournament showcasing Belize’s deep-sea sport fishing culture, island hospitality, and Caribbean adventure.

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August 1, 2026

Emancipation Day Eboe Town Festival

Belize City

A cultural commemoration of freedom, memory, community, and the African heritage woven into Belizean identity.

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August 14, 2026

Yellow Ginger Festival

Belize

A celebration rooted in East Indian Belizean heritage, flavor, food traditions, and cultural pride.

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September 10, 2026

Battle of St. George’s Caye Day

Nationwide

Part of Belize’s patriotic season, honoring the historic battle that helped shape the country’s national story.

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September 21, 2026

Belize Independence Day

Nationwide

Parades, concerts, flag-raising ceremonies, fireworks, carnival energy, and national pride across Belize.

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November 19, 2026

Garifuna Settlement Day

Dangriga • Hopkins • Punta Gorda

One of Belize’s most powerful cultural celebrations, honoring Garifuna arrival through drumming, food, dance, and Yurumein re-enactments.

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November 1, 2026

Placencia Restaurant Week

Placencia

A newer food tradition spotlighting Belize’s diverse culinary scene, local restaurants, and coastal dining culture.

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Note: Dates for annual events can change each year. Use this page as a discovery guide, then confirm final schedules with organizers before traveling.

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