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With its year-round temperate climate and abundant tropical vistas, Barbados plays the consummate host to many a sports enthusiast.
Well known throughout the Caribbean for sports tourism, Barbadians are avid sportsmen and sportswomen, who demonstrate a passion for a wide variety of activities, including horseracing, polo, water sports, road tennis, golf, track and field, and, most especially, cricket.
This proud history and love of sport has led to the creation of a number of world-class facilities throughout the island, and has encouraged many overseas competitors from Europe, America and other Caribbean nations to come to Barbados for international tournaments or to test their skills with a good match against our local teams.

With its year-round temperate climate and abundant tropical vistas, Barbados plays the consummate host to many a sports enthusiast.

Well known throughout the Caribbean for sports tourism, Barbadians are avid sportsmen and sportswomen, who demonstrate a passion for a wide variety of activities, including horseracing, polo, water sports, road tennis, golf, track and field, and, most especially, cricket.

This proud history and love of sport has led to the creation of a number of world-class facilities throughout the island, and has encouraged many overseas competitors from Europe, America and other Caribbean nations to come to Barbados for international tournaments or to test their skills with a good match against our local teams.

Slam-a-Dom Extravaganza – January 21, 23, 24
Slam-a-Dom is the annual international tournament, created by competition domino players to promote the sport. The sport of dominos is not only a favorite pastime of Barbadians, but one that they excel at and have even claimed the World Champion title. The competition is played in both four-hand and three-hand formats and winners are rewarded with monetary prizes.

Sandy Lane Gold Cup – March 6
From its humble beginning in 1982 the Barbados Gold Cup, sponsored for the first fifteen years by Cockspur Rum and since 1997 by Sandy Lane Hotel, has grown to be the most prestigious and significant horse racing event in the Caribbean.

Barbados Polo Open – March 14-21
These two tournaments, which are jointly sponsored by the Barbados Tourism Authority (BTA) and Columbian Emeralds, in association with Simpson Motors, Mount Gay Rum, Raffles Resort, Terra Caribbean Ltd, Barbados National Bank, Ocean 2 and Courtesy Garage, feature some of the top names in international polo over the course of these four-match series.

Barbados Game Fishing Association International Tournament – March 27-30
Anglers from Europe, the U.K., Canada, North & South America and compete with regional anglers to land Blue Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna and Wahoo at this exciting annual competition.

Mount Gay Regatta – May 20-23
The annual Mount Gay Regatta in Barbados offers visitors the chance to experience great sailing, entertainment and hospitality. Events kick off with a barbecue on the registration evening and then continue throughout the weekend with plenty if aquatic activities and entertainment. The regatta comes to a close on the Sunday evening with a big party and awards ceremony.

Barbados International Masters Football Festival – May 20-24

Attracting teams from across the Caribbean, America and Europe, the Barbados International Masters Football Festival bring a close to the island’s domestic season. Played over the Whitsuntide weekend, the soccer tournament attracts a lot of senior players who still have the energy, passion and enthusiasm for the game. In addition to the soccer, attractions, live entertainment and a legendary beer tent draw crowds.

Sol Rally Barbados – May 29-30

Sol Rally Barbados 2010 is the 21st running of the Barbados Rally Club's premier two-day tarmac rally event and the Caribbean's biggest annual International motor sport occasion.

Banks International Hockey Festival – August 22-28

Attracting teams not only from the Caribbean but from Europe, the US, South America and other parts of the world, the Banks International Hockey Festival is a real international affair. The tournament is divided into men’s, women’s, veterans and mixed-team divisions and the games are fiercely contested. Although, a friendly atmosphere pervades throughout the festival and there is plenty of entertainment for guests.

Sizzlin’ Sand Barbados Sunsplash Volleyball – November 6-7

The best beach volleyball teams from across the Caribbean, including teams from Canada go head to head with the best of Barbados in this tournament for prize money.

Run Barbados – December 3-5

The Run Barbados festival takes place annually on the first weekend in December. The event comprises a 10k, a Half-Marathon, and a Marathon.