There is always something to do in Belize. Each year, annual festivals and food events occur that you can enjoy with family or friends. Going out to events involves careful planning and budgeting, so it helps to start preparing early. Here are some events you can start planning for now.

Belize Cashew Festival & Agriculture Show

Date: 10-11 May 2025.

Location: Crooked Tree Village, Belize. 

The Belize Cashew Festival and Agriculture Show celebrates all things cashew. This event is attended by thousands of locals and visitors each year. Patrons can support local cashew farmers, chefs, and artisans, who will have various products available for sale. The festivities might include live music, competitions, cooking demonstrations, cashew-inspired dishes, and handcrafted goods.

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Hopkins Mango Street Festival

Date: 14-15 June 2025.

Location: Hopkins Village, Belize. 

Event updates: Hopkins Mango Fest (Facebook).

This annual festival, held in the small coastal village of Hopkins, recognises and highlights a delicious fruit in many exciting ways. Hopkins is known for its vibrant Garifuna culture, stunning beaches, and annual events like Lobster Fest and Garifuna Settlement Day. Patrons can expect cooking competitions, live music, cultural presentations, games, raffles, and food vendors showcasing their products.

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Lobsterfest – Placencia, San Pedro, and Caye Caulker

Dates: 4-6 July (Placencia), 1-12 July (San Pedro), 18-20 July (Caye Caulker) 2025.

Locations: Placencia Village Beach Front, Placencia, San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, and Palapa Garden, Caye Caulker.

Event updates: Placencia Lobsterfest (FB), Caye Caulker Lobsterfest (IG), San Pedro Lobster Fest (IG).

Lobster season in Belize signals a country-wide celebration, with big festivals in Placencia, San Pedro, and Caye Caulker. Although each festival has unique features, they all spotlight lobster. Typical festival activities include lobster and seafood dishes, children’s games, cooking competitions, and live music.

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Yellow Ginger Festival

Date: 15-16 August 2025.

Location: Punta Gorda, Belize.

Event updates: Yellow Ginger Haldi Festival – Belize (Facebook).

The Yellow Ginger Festival is an annual event that promotes East Indian culture and the versatility of turmeric (yellow ginger). You can expect cultural performances, cooking demonstrations, live music, and food vendors. Attending the festival is a great way to learn about turmeric’s medicinal properties, health benefits, and its use in various local dishes.

What else should you know?

Each event is unique and allows you to connect with Belizeans and learn more about the celebrations, traditions, and cuisines of the various ethnic groups. Some events may provide ticket information and other changes to their schedule closer to the event dates, so please follow their social media pages for updates.

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Sources: Nayawalk, Travel Belize, Rove Me, and Caribbean Lifestyle.