3 days Itinerary
Day 1: Friday, August 7th – The Pirate's Arrival & Welcome
Morning
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8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Arrival and Check-In
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Attendees arrive via flights, ferries, or cruise ships.
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Shuttle services transport guests to accommodations and festival grounds.
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Check-in at hotels, vacation rentals, or camping sites.
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10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Welcome Brunch
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Bahamian-style brunch served at festival grounds.
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Live acoustic music by local artists.
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Afternoon
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12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Opening Ceremony
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Ribbon-cutting ceremony with local officials and festival organizers.
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Welcome speech and introduction to the festival.
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Pirate reenactment and cannon firing.
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2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Pirate Village Exploration
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Vendor booths selling pirate merchandise, local crafts, and souvenirs.
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Interactive pirate-themed activities (e.g., sword fighting lessons, face painting, treasure maps).
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3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Pirate Ship Tours
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Guided tours of the full-scale replica Queen Anne’s Revenge.
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Photo opportunities and storytelling about Caribbean pirate history.
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Evening
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4:00 PM – Opening Parade 🚩
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Costumed pirates, drummers, and dancers march through Behring Point.
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Introduction of key pirate characters (Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, Calico Jack).
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5:00 PM – The Pirate’s Invasion (Live Show) ⚔️
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Queen Anne’s Revenge pirate ship arrives with actors reenacting a pirate takeover.
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Mock sword fights, cannon sound effects, and audience participation.
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6:00 PM – The Grand Pirate Feast & Rum Tasting 🍖🍹
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Local seafood, grilled meats, and tropical cocktails served in a pirate-style tavern.
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Rum tasting event featuring Caribbean distilleries.
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8:00 PM – Captain Shabba’s Gala🌌
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Dress as your favorite pirate and enjoy a grand feast with Captain Shabba.
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9:30 PM – Fire Dancers & Drum Show 🔥🥁
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A Caribbean-style entertainment performance to close the night.
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Day 2: Saturday, August 8th – Adventure & Mayhem
Morning
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7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Sunrise Yoga on the Beach 🧘♂️
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Relaxing exercise session with ocean views.
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9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Pirate Breakfast Lobster Feast 🦞
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All-you-can-eat Bahamian breakfast buffet.
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10:00 AM – Kids’ Treasure Hunt 🏴☠️💰
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Children follow a pirate map to uncover hidden treasures.
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Afternoon
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11:30 AM – Walk the Plank Challenge 🌊
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Contestants try to balance across a plank over water.
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12:30 PM – Buccaneer’s Seafood Cook-Off 🔥
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Chefs compete to prepare the best pirate-inspired seafood dish.
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1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Pirate Boat Races 🏴☠️⛵
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Spectacular rowing boat races in Andros' crystal-clear waters.
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3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Pirate Costume Contest 👑🏴☠️
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Categories: Most Authentic, Most Creative, Best Group Costume.
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4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Pirate Junkanoo Parade 🎭
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A colorful parade with floats, costumes, and music.
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Evening
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6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Pirate Lobster Feast 🍽️
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Bahamian buffet dinner featuring lobster, seafood, and native fruits.
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Live band performance.
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8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Local Culture Showcase 🎶
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Bahamian musicians, dancers, and cultural presentations.
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10:00 PM – 12:00 AM: Moonlight Beach Party 🎉
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DJ-led dance party under the stars.
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Beach Bonfire and Pirate Dance contest.
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Day 3: Sunday, August 9th – The Final Quest & Farewell
Morning
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7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Sunrise Kayaking and Snorkeling 🚣♂️
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Guided tours exploring Andros’ coral reefs.
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9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Pirate Brunch 🍽️
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Farewell brunch with Caribbean favorites.
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Live acoustic music.
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Afternoon
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11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Guided Tours 🏝️
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Land tours visiting Morgan’s Bluff.
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Sea tours to Blackbeard’s Channel, Mary Reed Rock, Treasure Island.
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1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Ultimate Treasure Hunt 🔑🏝️
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A large-scale scavenger hunt with hidden treasure chests across Behring Point.
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3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Closing Ceremony 🏆
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Thank-you speech from festival organizers.
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Announcement of contest winners and treasure hunt champions.
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Final performance by a local band.
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Evening
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5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Sunset Farewell Party 🌅
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Relaxing evening with live music, cocktails, and Bahamian snacks.
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Attendees can take final photos with the pirate ship prop.
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7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Departure ✈️
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Safe travels home!
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Additional Attractions (All 3 Days)
✅ Queen Anne’s Revenge Tours – Explore the full-scale replica pirate ship.
✅ Pirate Market – Vendors selling crafts, pirate gear, and souvenirs.
✅ Rum & Grog Tavern – Themed drinks and snacks.
✅ Live Tattoo & Face Painting Booths – Temporary pirate tattoos and face paint.
✅ Sustainability Efforts – Recycling bins and eco-friendly initiatives.
This schedule ensures an exciting, immersive, and culturally rich pirate adventure for all attendees!