EVENTS
Events
Barbados 58th Anniversary of Independence Thanksgiving Service
The Independence Thanksgiving service has been held in the UK over 50 years and rotates around the country to allow Barbadians and Friends across the UK to celebrate Barbados.
Soca Republic Concert live with Edwin Yearwood
Barbados No I Soca Republic ends the year with Edwin Yearwood from Barbados live in concert with full band in London. Enjoy a great show with supporting artists in Soca and DJs. Doors 6pm Showtime 7pm Curfew 10pm Age suitability 14+
The Errol Barrow Lecture with Collin Carter
Colin Carter a 'self-made' man who over a period of time and character-shaping experiences has come to a greater understanding of self, purpose and his unique place in Caribbean diasporic history.
Barbados , an afternoon all about you and your country
We Gathering 2025
A LIL BIT A BIM
where bajan and friends meet outside of London for comraderies, friendship and shared culture
The Celestial Voices Choir (Barbados) Reading Concert
all genres of music
The Celestial Voices Choir – Romford Essex
The Celestial Voices Choir is an interdenominational group from Barbados which was formed in 1994
The Celestial Voices (Barbados) performs in Bedford
Bringing the tropical touch to all genres of music, from Gospel, traditional etc as the groups celebrate their 30th anniversary
The Celestial Voices (Barbados) – London Kennington
Stellar Barbadian choir The Celestial Voices concludes their 30th Birthday tour at St John Divine, Kennington, a stone's throw from a vibrant and diverse Brixton
CricketRama 2025 – T20 St Vincent and The Grenadines vs Barbados
An event based on the culture of both countries, the day will prioritise families with a combination of cricket, music, food, and entertainment for children. This event allows stallholders in our community and businesses to display their products to the wider Caribbean and local community. As well as the networking aspect proceeds from the raffle will be donated to designated charities from the two Countries.
Therefore, we hope you wish to participate in this event and thank you in advance for your support.
Q in the Community – The London Edition
This event is designed to be inclusive for all age groups, with particular emphasis on honouring elders and families. It presents a valuable opportunity for networking within the Caribbean community. The programme features line and ballroom dancing, karaoke, various exhibitors, arts and crafts, product showcases, face painting, and informative presentations. Attendees can enjoy authentic Bajan cuisine provided by our primary caterers in both halls, while an additional, though limited, selection of menu options will be available outdoors
BHM – BOCFA presents Autism and Black Folk with Dr Donna – Marie Holder
Dr Donna Marie Holder, who has Barbadian and St Vincentian heritage, is an esteemed Autism Specialist supporting autistic children, their families, and related professionals across a major London Borough. With more than thirteen years of experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in both special and mainstream school environments, Dr Holder possesses substantial expertise in her field.
Among seven million pupils, 119,821 have been diagnosed with autism. Boys continue to be diagnosed at significantly higher rates than girls, which, according to the team, may indicate limitations in gender-based diagnostic approaches. Data also show that autism prevalence is highest among pupils of Black ethnicity at 2.1%, whereas the lowest rate is observed within the Roma community at 0.85%.
So pupils are 60% more likely to be socially disadvantaged, if they also have a record of autism.
