Whats's Happening: April 2012

April is upon us! If you are going to be in Barbados for April, take a look below to see what's happening on the island.

April Event 1. Digical Series 2012 West Indies vs. Australia- This series will be held from the 7th-11th April at Kensington Oval. This is the first test match out of three test matches to be played. For more information on tickets, please contact (246) 426-2018 or visit the website.

April Event 2. Oistins Fish Festival- This festival will be held on the 7th, 8th and 9th of April at Oistins Fishing village and is a celebration for all of those who work in the fishing industry. You can enjoy local fish/seafood dishes, entertainment from musical artists, family games and of course the famous grease pole competition. For more information on this event, please contact (246) 428-6738.

April Event 3. Barbados Reggae Festival- This festival will be held from the 22nd- 29th April and throughout this time there will be different events such as Reggae on the Hill, Reggae Beach Party, Vintage Reggae Show and Dance and Bajan Reggae Night. There will be many international reggae performers for your entertainment. For more information, please see their website or contact (246) 826-2728.

April Event 4. Eleventh Annual Sir Garfield Sobers Golf Championship- This regional Golf Championship attracts over 300 entrants and will be held from the 26th-29th April at various golf courses around the island such as Royal Westmoreland, Barbados Golf Club, Apes Hill and Sandy Lane. For more information on this event, please see their website.

April Event 5. CWC Eighth Annual Food Festival and Charity Auction- This festival held annually by the Canadian Women's Club of Barbados will be on the 21st April at Lion Castle Polo Club. You can enjoy canapés and refreshments in a casual setting from 1:00- 5:00PM. For more information on this event, please contact (246) 837 6196 or see their website.

April Event 6. Barbados Polo- This month there will be a few polo tours such as the Apes Hill Tour, Lion Castle Brazil Tour and Goal Tournament Prelims. It is a great sporting display of both the athlete riders and horses, and of course the "can't miss" after parties! The Apes Hill Tour will be from the 3rd-9th April. The Lion Castle Brazil Tour will be from the 10th -15th April and the Goal Tournament Prelims will be from the 22nd-29th April. For more information, the schedules and venues please see the website or contact (246) 432-1802.