New Year Barbados holidays

New Year traditions in Barbados

In many ways, New Year in the Caribbean is similar to that of any place around the world, with an emphasis on family, fun, and fireworks. Many hotels host elaborate gala dinners on New Year’s Eve and throw epic firework displays on the beach.

Beach parties are notorious in Barbados and New Year is certainly no exception. For a more lowkey, but equally, enjoyable evening, head to the beach to ring in the New Year with hundreds of other joyous attendees.

For something extra special to see in the New Year, why not book a catamaran cruise and sail across the Caribbean Sea, anchoring along the way to witness the night skies come to light with dazzling firework displays? This is a truly unforgettable way to celebrate New Year.

Best places to celebrate New Year in Barbados

St Lawrence Gap is undeniably the entertainment capital of Barbados. Boasting a range of hotels, restaurants, and nightclubs and some of the most extravagant firework displays. Further up the coast in Holetown, there is an impressive firework display, where all the locals and holidaymakers come together to celebrate. Holetown is a hub of nightlife, so for the party animals among us, you will certainly be able to find your perfect NYE party.

Beaches on the southwest coast such as Brownes Beach and Brandons Beach, host some phenomenal fireworks, so grab your own champers and find your spot to ease in the New year with your nearest and dearest.

Best hotels to celebrate New Year in Barbados

Best for families

New Year can be an expensive time for the family, so why not opt for an all-inclusive hotel that offers everything in one place. Our pick for New Year would be Sea Breeze Beach House in Christchurch, where they host an epic NYE party, with live music, DJ, fireworks at midnight and a Champagne reception for the adults.

Best for couples

Attend a first-class gala dinner at the adult-only Sandals Royal in St Lawrence Gap. This all-inclusive, adult-only resort hosts an unforgettable evening of live music and special performances, including acrobats, fire breathers and a Reggae flash mob. This luxury beach-side setting oozing sophistication is the perfect place to spend New Year with your loved one.

Best for groups

For the party-loving groups, kiss the year goodbye in style at adult-only, boutique hotel The House by Elegant Hotels starting with a New Year’s Eve Gala Buffet Dinner on the spectacular Sunset Deck with live entertainment, followed by a plethora of mesmerising performances, including dancing and a live band. Top off the night by counting down to midnight and gazing at their magnificent firework display with your nearest and dearest.