Miami Bahamas Goombay Festival 2025 Is Back in Coconut Grove
Get ready for a weekend of flavor, rhythm, and roots. The Miami Bahamas Goombay Festival 2025 is back from June 6 to 8, bringing the heart of Coconut Grove to life with Bahamian pride, soul-shaking music, and street-side celebration.
Since 1977, this beloved festival has honored the deep Bahamian roots of Coconut Grove—one of South Florida’s oldest Black communities. And this year, the energy feels even more powerful.
Three Days of Culture, Music & Community
Spanning Grand Avenue from SW 37th Avenue to Elizabeth Street, Goombay Festival transforms the neighborhood into a vibrant Caribbean village. Free to attend, the event draws locals and visitors alike with its unbeatable mix of music, food, and heritage.
At the heart of the celebration? Junkanoo parades. These lively processions feature pulsating drums, feathered costumes, and a joy that spills into the crowd. It’s a centuries-old Bahamian tradition that continues to move people—literally and emotionally.
Live Music Lineup: Headliners + Homegrown Heat
This year’s headliners include R&B powerhouse Keke Wyatt and Miami’s own Ball Greezy.
But there’s more. Saturday and Sunday stages will be packed with talent like:
Saturday, June 7 (Main Stage Highlights):
- Keke Wyatt
- Papa Smurf
- Ilsha
- Ira Stoor & The Spank Band
- DJ TJ
- Desmond Boone Experience
- Kizie the Violinist
- The Knowles Experience
Sunday, June 8 (Main Stage Highlights):
- Ball Greezy
- Mama D
- Funky D
- Geno D
- Ira Stoor & The Spank Band
- Inspirational Rap
- KP
- Nak Daniels
- DJ TJ
Meanwhile, the Local Love Stage returns on June 7–8, spotlighting emerging talent from across South Florida.
A Feast for the Senses
Food vendors bring authentic Bahamian flavors to the street. You’ll find everything from conch fritters and salad to grilled seafood and island-inspired sweets. Between bites, stroll through local craft stalls, browse Afro-Caribbean art, and take part in cultural workshops.
Why Goombay Still Matters
Community leaders hope Goombay will reconnect younger generations to their Bahamian roots. For many, it’s more than a festival. It’s a homecoming.
As Goombay Committee Chair vonCarol Kinchens-Williams puts it: “If you’re not Bahamian, you’ve still got a little Caribbean in you somewhere.”
What to Know Before You Go
Festival Details
- Dates: June 6–8, 2025
- Location: Grand Avenue (SW 37th Ave to Elizabeth St), Coconut Grove, Miami
- Admission: Free
- Website: littlebahamasmiami.com
What’s Included:
- Live music with national and local acts
- Junkanoo parades and dance performances
- Traditional Bahamian food and drinks
- Art, crafts, and cultural vendors
- Family-friendly programming and interactive workshops
If you’re into Caribbean culture, love vibing to R&B, rap, and island beats, crave bold island flavors, or just want a fun time with family, friends, or your curious travel crew—this one’s totally for you.
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