Upcoming Events

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Competition July 22, 2026

Relocation of the Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Finals

Dear Valued Stakeholder, The National Cultural Foundation wishes to advise that the 2026 Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Finals, powered by Q100.7 FM, will now be staged at CARIFESTA House, Waterford, St. Michael, on Friday, 31 July 2026, commencing at 8:00 p.m. The date and start time remain unchanged. The Finals were originally scheduled ...

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Crop Over July 17, 2026

A Celebration of Children, Culture and Creativity

Twenty-four bands, colourful costumes and a full programme of family entertainment await patrons at the National Botanical Gardens. Barbados’ youngest masqueraders are preparing to fill the road with colour, creativity and cultural pride when The Sandy Lane Charitable Trust & AffinityPlus Junior Kadooment returns on Saturday, July 18, 2026. More ...

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Crop Over June 26, 2026

Crop Over Stalwarts to be Honoured at Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes

When the Ceremonial Delivery of the Last Canes takes place in Queen’s Park on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 2 p.m., the National Cultural Foundation will honour a remarkable group of individuals and organisations whose work has helped shape, sustain and elevate the Crop Over Festival. The 2026 Crop Over ...

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Crop Over May 26, 2026

Crop Over Visual Arts Exhibition opens Today

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) officially kicks off Crop Over 2026 today with the opening of the Central Bank of Barbados Crop Over Visual Arts Exhibition at the Queen’s Park Gallery. You are invited to experience the Central Bank of Barbados Crop Over Visual Arts Exhibition, a three-part series titled “PUSH ...

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Arts & Culture - Literary Arts April 30, 2026

Bernice McFadden Writer’s Clinic

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF), through its Literary Arts Desk, continues its commitment to developing Barbados’ literary talent with the upcoming Writers’ Clinic session titled “Writing Character Arcs”, featuring internationally acclaimed author Bernice L. McFadden. Meet Bernice L. McFadden The session will take place on Friday, May 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 ...

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Arts & Culture - Music November 12, 2025

All-Stars of the Arts Take the Stage at NIFCA Performing Arts Gala

The stage is set for an unforgettable evening of artistry and excellence when the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) presents the NIFCA Performing Arts Gala this Sunday, November 16th, 2025, from 6 p.m. at the Garfield Sobers Gymnasium. The Gala marks the grand finale of this year’s National Independence Festival of ...

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Competition November 7, 2025

Richard Stoute Teen Talent and Over 21 Competition Finals Are Here!

This weekend, ten talented teens will battle for the crown on Sunday November 9th at the St. Leonard’s Boys’ School. Vying for a top spot are Antoine Winter, Chelsea Cadogan-Goddard, Crayshanda St. Hill, Dacia Moore, Damario Foster, Jasmine Walkes, Joshua Osbourne, Kymani Devonish, Tavon Boyce and Zz Cumberbatch. Teen Talent ...

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Arts & Culture - Literary Arts October 10, 2025

Creativity Takes Centre Stage at NIFCA Performing Arts Semi-Finals

The stage is set for a weekend of extraordinary local talent as the 2025 NIFCA Performing Arts Semi-Finals take over The Combermere School from Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12. Each evening from 6 p.m., audiences will experience an exciting mix of dance, theatre and music, featuring both fresh ...