Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival 2026: Stay Near Baha Mar at Shangri-La
/Food, Caribbean art and live music come together at Baha Mar from October 21–25, 2026 for the fifth anniversary of the Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Shangri-La offers a private beachfront base nearby: spend the day at your chosen festival experiences, then return to your own heated pool, oceanfront terraces and the beach on Goodman’s Bay.
Five Days of Food, Art & Music
The programme brings together acclaimed chefs, artists, musicians and culinary personalities. Highlights include:
A Taste of Baha Mar: the Friday, October 23 celebration, with chef stations, cocktails and a live performance by OneRepublic.
Culinary Expo and FUZE Art Fair: Bahamian cuisine, Caribbean artwork, artisan vendors, wine tastings and chef demonstrations.
Daniel Boulud’s Alumni Dinner: a collaborative multicourse dinner with chefs from his celebrated kitchens.
Nawlin’s Nightcap: food, cocktails and music with Nina Compton, Jon Batiste and The Essence Band.
Master classes and intimate dining: experiences with Daniel Boulud, Buddy Valastro, Amanda Freitag, Lisa and Chris Binns, and other culinary guests.
Art of the Plate and Chef Simeon’s Sunset BBQ: two distinctive ways to enjoy island flavours and entertainment.
The fourth annual FUZE Art Fair adds contemporary Caribbean art, discussions, demonstrations and interactive workshops. Explore the official festival programme and tickets for current schedules, availability and event details.
Stay Together by the Water
Shangri-La accommodates up to 16 guests across the five-bedroom main house and the two-bedroom guest cottage, which is included with the estate. There is space to gather and room for everyone to unwind.
Direct beach access and a private heated oceanfront pool
Covered outdoor dining and comfortable gathering spaces
Full kitchens in the main house and cottage
Two kayaks and three paddleboards for estate guests
A separate cottage for a little extra privacy
Take a closer look at the pool and beach or watch the new property video.
Close to Baha Mar
The estate is approximately five minutes from Baha Mar by car or a 15–20 minute beach walk. Travel times vary with traffic, walking pace and conditions. Sally can help you plan transportation and optional services for your stay.
Plan Your Festival Getaway
Festival tickets and experiences are booked separately through Baha Mar. Check the official programme before planning your itinerary, as individual events may sell out.
Share your preferred dates and guest count with Sally to explore availability at Shangri-La. For details about the estate, visit our Frequently Asked Questions.