Goombay Summer Festival: The Abacos
Date:
Every week on Friday at 5:00 PM.
This series of two summer festivals is organized by the Abaco Tourist Office to showcase the vibrant and exciting Bahamian culture. Both locals and tourist have the opportunity to enjoy delicious local foods, great entertainment, Junkanoo rush-outs, beautiful local crafts, and a host of other cultural presentations.
Organization / Contact:
Abaco Tourist Office
Email:
Phone:
Event Location Coordinates:
(242) 699-0152
Address
Marsh Harbour Abaco
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