While Bermuda’s winter evenings are cooler than the longer summer evenings, they’re still warm enough to spend outside with a sweater or light jacket. Here are some winning ideas for winter date nights with your significant other or fun nights out with friends and family.
ART OPENINGS
Tap into the island’s creative spirit at leading art venues, which regularly feature exhibits and host art openings during winter. In the City of Hamilton, the Bermuda National Gallery houses the national art collection and offers a full lineup of events and programming, including buzzworthy opening receptions. The Hamilton-based Bermuda Society of Arts runs The Peoples Gallery, with artwork and themes changing every three weeks. Its opening receptions celebrate eminent Bermudian artists.
Another star of the local art scene, the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art in Paget showcases fine art from the island and beyond, including an original Georgia O’Keeffe. Its exhibition openings highlight a range of art forms, from paintings to photography to film.
Night Golf
Serious golfers, step aside – this activity is for a group of golfers looking to have fun, and all skill levels are welcome. Special glow-in-the-dark balls are provided, and light-up sticks mark the greens as you tee off in the dark on one of Bermuda’s most popular Par 3 courses. To arrange a special night golf setup, contact Turtle Hill Golf Club to find out available dates.
For a more kid-friendly version of this activity, play glow-in-the-dark mini golf at Bermuda Fun Golf in Royal Naval Dockyard.
Pony Races
Join in the action and excitement at the Vesey Street Equestrian Centre as competitors zoom around the racetrack. A night of exhilarating pony races is not one for the faint of heart. The Bermuda racetrack is unique in size and shape, making it a highly demanding course for both rider and pony. Feel the power of the ponies as they dash past you in an effort to become the season's Champion of Champions.
The Driving Horse and Pony Club of Bermuda hosts a weekly race evening throughout January and February where spectators can expect a fun social atmosphere and nail-biting racing.