The official route of the 2016 Road Fever street parade, a signature event of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival. Road Fever will start in the parking lot of the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium. It will proceed towards the Bethel Avenue Highway; continue onto the Tonique Williams-Darling Highway; down Baillou Hill Road; up Poinciana drive and onto Nassau Street for the final stretch into the Cultural Village.

The Bahamas National Festival Commission (BNFC) and the Bahamas Carnival Band Owners Association (BCBOA) are pleased to announce the official route for the 2016 Road Fever street parade, a signature event of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival.

The BNFC and the BCBOA are committed to working together to ensure a successful event, and encourage everyone to order their costumes as soon as possible to ensure they can "jump in da line" on Saturday, May 7.

Road Fever will start in the parking lot of the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium. It will proceed towards the Bethel Avenue Highway; continue onto the Tonique Williams-Darling Highway; down Baillou Hill Road; up Poinciana Drive, and onto Nassau Street for the final stretch into Da Cultural Village. The general public is advised that there will be intermittent road closures along this route on Saturday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The BNFC has every expectation that Bahamians will enthusiastically support Road Fever. All of the registered Road Fever companies have invested significantly in developing their businesses and refining their product. And they are ready to deliver an outstanding experience for revelers who "jump in da line".

Participating in Road Fever is a simple four step process that includes choosing a registered company; selecting a costume and package; paying for the costume; and finally, meeting the group on the road on May 7. Any individual or group can participate in the event by simply registering with a Road Fever company. Packages include costumes, entertainment, food and beverage and hospitality.

The Royal Bahamas Police Force is ready to ensure the safety of participants and members of the general public who plan to watch the parade along the route. Vendors wishing to set up along the route are asked to contact the Royal Bahamas Police Force directly for permits.

Road Fever is an integral part of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival and a worthy investment in Bahamian creativity and entrepreneurship. It shares equal significance with the musical and cultural aspects of the festival.

Tickets are now on sale for the Nassau leg of Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival. They can be purchased at any Cash & Go location or online at BahamasJunkanooCarnival.com. Tickets to Da Cultural Village are $15 on Thursday and Saturday. On Friday for the Music Masters Song Competition Finals and Mega Concert, tickets are $25 for general admission and $75 VIP. Da Cultural village will be free every day from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
For more information about Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival 2016 visit BahamasJunkanooCarnival.com.

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