Feel the Pulse of Art Month
Signature Events During Bermuda Art Month
This collection of specially curated events brings artistry to some of the island’s most iconic natural and cultural sites.
Art Month Passport
Pick up your Art Month Passport and explore Bermuda’s cultural treasures. Collect a stamp at each participating gallery and museum you visit, and once your passport is complete, redeem it for a special gift at one of our Visitor Services Centres.
Bermuda Gombey Festival
The Bermuda Gombey Festival is one of Bermuda's staple cultural events of the year! Experience Bermuda's Gombey troupes as they showcase their artistry, alongside special guests.
Taste of Bermuda
Taste of Bermuda returns as a featured highlight of Art Month, celebrating the island’s rich food and mixology scene as a true art form. From 3D projection-mapped dining and interactive cinematic feasts to high-energy cocktail showdowns and chef showcases, experience four days where gastronomy, art, and island culture collide.
Live Art Dinner
Celebrate Art Month with an extraordinary sensory evening where fine art, gourmet cuisine, and immersive performance collide. Begin with an elegant reception and cocktail hour featuring a curated exhibition of works by Bermuda’s top creative talent. The night transitions into an exquisite four-course dinner with expert wine pairings, where featured local artists perform live paintings before the room, transforming each course into a captivating visual showcase as artwork unfolds in real time.
BNG Run for the Arts 5K
Experience where fitness meets creativity at the BNG Run for the Arts 5K, organized by the Bermuda National Gallery in collaboration with Nhuri Bashir (Burnt House Productions), Donna Raynor, and Domico Watson. Starting at Parsons Road Community Playground, this inclusive event features a 1-Mile Kids’ Race and a scenic 5K course. Every step supports BNG youth education programs and local public art initiatives across Bermuda.
Venetian Dinner
Journey back to 16th-century Venice at The Loren Bermuda for an unforgettable Venetian Renaissance Dinner. Dressed in period attire and adorned in traditional Venetian masks, guests will step into a world of candlelit luxury, timeless elegance, and historic splendour. The evening features an inspired menu of reimagined Italian cuisine, expertly paired with fine wines and craft cocktails, all set against a backdrop of captivating live music.
Participating Island Galleries & Cultural Hubs
From historic cultural institutions to dynamic contemporary spaces, Bermuda’s gallery scene offers an intimate look at local heritage and international creativity. Explore these essential stops during Art Month:
Bermuda Society of Arts
Bermuda’s oldest arts organization features four distinct gallery spaces inside City Hall & Arts Centre, showcasing a constantly rotating lineup of local emerging artists, photographers, and community collections.
Location: 3rd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17th Church Street
Highlights: Emerging Bermudian talent, local member showcases and pop-up artisan events
Bermuda National Gallery
The Bermuda National Gallery serves as the island's premier visual arts institution. It’s home to Bermuda’s national art collection and features a full lineup of exciting exhibitions and events.
Location: 2nd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17th Church Street
Highlights: National art collection, rotating contemporary exhibitions and fine art installations
National Museum of Bermduda
Housed within the historic Keep fortress at the Royal Naval Dockyard, the National Museum of Bermuda bridges island history and fine art. A major centerpiece is Graham Foster's massive, 1,000-square-foot Hall of History mural, which visually documents 500 years of Bermudian history alongside rotating local art exhibits, maritime artifacts, and outdoor sculpture grounds.
Location: The Keep, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandy's
Highlights: The iconic Hall of History mural, historic fortress grounds and regional cultural exhibits
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda
Nestled within the lush Botanical Gardens, Masterworks houses over 1,500 pieces of Bermuda-inspired art, including original works by Winslow Homer, Georgia O'Keeffe, and leading Bermudian master artists.
Location: 183 South Road, Devonshire
Highlights: Historic island art collection, workshops, and tranquil garden setting
Art Month Travel Logistics
Ideal Autumn Weather: October brings comfortable, sub-tropical temps averaging 80F / 27C with 78F/ 26C water temperatures, perfect for walking gallery tours, outdoor dining, and ocean dips. Light layers are recommended for cool evening breezes.
Getting Around Bermuda: Hopping between events in Hamilton, St. George’s, and Dockyard is effortless via public bus, the fast-speed ferry network, or by renting a electric micro-car/scooter. View all transportation opportunities.
Art-Inspired Accommodations
From world-class contemporary collections to local Bermudian masterpieces on display, stay at properties where art is part of the experience.
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club
More than a hotel, the Hamilton Princess houses a museum-quality collection of modern and pop art featuring works by Warhol, Banksy, KAWS, and Kusama around every corner. Experience a stay where world-class hospitality blends seamlessly with gallery-worthy masterpieces, complimentary art tours, and harbourfront views.
The Loren at Pink Beach
With its gallery-inspired oceanfront architecture and rotating collection of modern art, The Loren offers a sophisticated backdrop for Art Month. Beyond visual art, the property celebrates the culinary arts through its exclusive guest chef series, featuring world-class visiting chefs, multi-course tasting dinners, and artfully crafted seasonal dishes.
Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa
Grotto Bay takes Art Month underground with immersive art experiences inside its 500,000-year-old subterranean caves. Paint, sip, and create surrounded by soaring stalactites and crystal-clear underground waters, offering an unforgettable blend of natural art and hands-on creativity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bermuda is home to several beautiful art galleries including Bermuda National Gallery, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda, Bermuda Society of Arts and the National Museum of Bermuda.
Smaller galleries include Bermuda Arts Centre, Otto Trott Art Gallery, Bermuda Craft Market and Dragons Lair Gallery.
Local art is displayed across the island in public spaces, cultural landmarks, and local galleries. Key spots include:
- Bermuda Society of Arts (BSoA): The island's premier community space showcasing rotating exhibits of local works available for purchase.
- Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art: Home to historical and modern Bermudian collections inside the Botanical Gardens.
- Local Galleries & Studios: Specialty spaces in historic St. George's and the Royal Naval Dockyard offering original Bermudian paintings, crafts, and take-home pieces directly from local creators.
- Harbour Nights: Hamilton’s summer night market, where local artisans, painters, and craftsmen display and sell handmade art along Front Street.
- Public Art & Sculpture Grounds: Outdoor installations and historic murals across the island, including the fortress grounds at the Royal Naval Dockyard.
You can plan an art and culture itinerary in Bermuda in various ways including:
- Focus by Region: Pair gallery visits with local dining (e.g., combine BNG and BSoA in Hamilton with city dining).
- Mix Fine Art & Heritage: Combine visual art spaces like Masterworks with historic sites such as Fort Hamilton.
- Incorporate Special Events: Time your daily schedule around curator-led walkthroughs, artist workshops, and evening culinary or mixology experiences.
Bermuda Art Month takes place annually throughout the month of October.
While access to many gallery spaces and general exhibitions is free or included with standard admission, select specialty programming, such as curated workshops, evening dining series, artist talks and special showcases, requires advance ticket purchases or RSVPs due to limited capacity.
