# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Calling all Pirates & Parrot Heads! Looking to escape to Paradise? Ahoy, Mateys!! Arrrrrrgh you craving for a swashbucklin' Pirate-themed adventure? Join us on our very first and surprisingly unique destination event, “PIRATE PASSION IN PARADISE” Let’s P-aaaaargh-tay in Nassau, Bahamas! Dive into Pirate lore and history, explore real life relics, shipwrecks & Pirate treasures! DATES: October 1-5, 2026 🎉🎉SPECIAL INCENTIVE🎉🎉 The PIRATES/PARROT HEADS that book the first TEN Rooms will get *VIP STATUS which includes up front seating at music shows and a chance to win a special “Pirate Themed Gift Basket” that includes a bottle of rum, 2 tickets for a special excursion and other Pirate related goodies. (More detailed info to follow.) ********To qualify for VIP STATUS, text or email Donna a copy of your room reservation receipt as soon as you book your room!609-510-3947 or donnadibon@yahoo.com 🏩 LODGING: Feel free to book your own lodging using your points, your timeshare, VRBO or AirBnB…your decision. But you are going to want to be with your fellow PIRATES/PARROT HEADS at the HOST HOTEL and receive some perks for being a part of our group! 🏨 HOST HOTEL: Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown Junkanoo Beach West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas Property Phone: 242-302-2975 *Group Room Rate: $139.00 per night- Ocean View King Bed (This rate is good three days prior and three days post event dates.) *Destination Hotel Fee- $20 plus tax per room per night covers on site self parking, WiFi, use of hotel paddle boards and snorkel kits, beach chairs and beach towels, complimentary coffee daily until noon, and a welcome beverage upon arrival. Cut-off date for accepting reservations is 9-1-26. *To reserve your room, use this link: https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1758638690684&key=GRP&app=resvlink Reference PIRATE PASSION IN PARADISE to receive the group rate by 9/1/26. A deposit equal to one night’s stay is required to hold each guest’s reservation. Deposits are refundable if notice is received 72 hours prior to arrival and a cancellation number is obtained. All deposits shall be charged at the time the reservation is made. Guests are responsible for their own guest room, taxes and incidental charges upon check out. 🎊 HOST HOTEL PERKS: If you decide to stay at the Host Hotel (totally your choice), here are your perks: ~group rates good for 3 days prior and post ~complimentary continental breakfast at Bistro ~private check-in for our group ~complimentary welcome beverage ~complimentary amenities upon arrival ~complimentary bottled water in guest room -10% off all banquet food and beverage ✈️ FLIGHTS: Book your own flight your favorite airline to Nassau International Airport, Bahamas! (Flight is 1 hour from SE Florida.) Check out: Silver Airways, United, Air Canada, Frontier, Jet Blue, Bahamas Air, Delta, American 🏴‍☠️ REGISTRATION: There will NOT be an event registration FEE for this event. But, you do have to register with Donna and pay the ENTERTAINMENT FEE of $100 per person paid directly to John McDonald by check, cash, Venmo or Zelle with no extra fee. Other options are Pay Pal or Credit Card with a $4.00 extra fee per person. This fee is due by June 1, 2026. This fee includes: ~ two musical performances by John McDonald ~ admission to the Pirates of Nassau Museum Tour ~ meet and greet at host hotel bar with games and contests TBD ~ Pirate "Booty Bag" 🏴‍☠️ PAYMENT OPTIONS: ~Cash: see Donna or John in person ~Check: payable to John McDonald 2351 Brookshire Circle West Melbourne, FL 32904 ~Venmo: @John-McDonald-218 ~Zelle: johnmcdonaldmusic@gmail.com ~PayPal: @JMcDonaldMusic (please use Friend's Option) ~Credit Card: contact Donna (service fee $4 per person) �TENTATIVE EVENT SCHEDULE: Thursday, October 1, 2026- Meet and Greet at Host Hotel Bar area. Courtyard Marriott at Junkanoo Beach! Pirate Party! Costume contest, fun and games and pirate shenanigans! Pick up your Pirate Booty Bag here! Friday, October 2, 2026- Free time to tour and explore Nassau, enjoy the pool and beach. * See list below. “Pirate Pool Paaargh-tay” on the pool terrace at the host hotel. Music by John McDonald More details TBD Saturday, October 3, 2026- Free time to tour and explore Nassau, enjoy the pool and the beach. *Looking into a possible group water adventure for those interested. (Extra fee) Sunday, October 4, 2026- Gather at the John Watling’s Distillery- free tours- tasting packages available (Extra fee) Musical performance by John McDonald More details TBD 🏴‍☠️ INDULGE THE SPIRIT OF YOUR PIRACY!!! Here are just a few Pirate Related Places to Visit and Things to Do in Nassau, Bahamas: ~Forts- (Fort Fincastle, Fort Montagu, Fort Charlotte) ~Queen’s Staircase ~Blackbeard’s Revenge- Pirate Ship Interactive Tour- * looking to possibly get a group rate….(extra fee) More details TBD ~Rum Runner’s Passage Tour- tales of pirate plundering and rum running (3 Hours) ~Lucerne Speakeasy- rum running lore and secret passage ~Pirate Republic Brewery- Hosting Meet and Greet (10/1) ~Coin of the Realm- view recovered coins from sunken ships ~Bite and Nassau Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour ~Dine @ Graycliff Hotel (built by pirate John Howard Greysmith) ~Blue Lagoon Island- beach and water activities ~John Watling’s Disyillery- tastings and tours estate and storehouse- Hosting Farewell Party (10/4) details TBD ~Catamaran Sunset Cruise with dinner buffet and cocktails *looking into a group rate… (extra fee) More details TBD ~Straw market ~Baha Bar Casino- gambling ~Aquaventure at Atlantis- water park ~Cable Beach CONTACT Donna with all questions and concerns: Text or Call- 609-510-3947 E-mail- donnadibon@yahoo.com 🌴🌴 SPECIAL THANKS to: ~Captain Doobie and Gulf Coastin Day Drinking Apparel for our beautiful graphic for this event! Check out their apparel website: www.gulfcoastindaydrinkingapparel.com ~ Yvonne and Charlie Bukowski with Trop Rock Travel for their help and encouragement in launching this inaugural event!! https://troprocktravel.com **********You have a whole year to plan and save! Sure hope you join us on this PIRATE/PARROT HEAD adventure!!!*************** - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nassau/pirate-passion-in-paradise-2026-nassau-bahamas/200028904119853 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, meet-and-greet, parties, contests, live-music, entertainment, costume-parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 116 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nassau - **state**: NP - **country**: The Bahamas - **location**: Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach - **lat**: 25.078536 - **long**: -77.351192 - **full address**: Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach, COURTYARD by Marriott-Nassau, West Bay St, Nassau, Bahamas, The Bahamas ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/de6e1ea5c31233247b000d2f1d1bd1ad9f381546fb8a0729cbc2d73bddfbfc6c-rimg-w1200-h628-dc162e30-gmir?v=1776414102 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas being held? - **A:** Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas takes place on Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Courtyard by Marriott Nassau Downtown/Junkanoo Beach, COURTYARD by Marriott-Nassau, West Bay St, Nassau, Bahamas, The Bahamas. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas? - **A:** Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas is organized by John McDonald. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pirate Passion in Paradise 2026: Nassau, Bahamas is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nassau, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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