Underwater Modeling Workshop
When: –
Where: Turquoise Bay Resort
Exclusive 8-day professional underwater modeling workshop with daily scuba dives, portrait sessions, and safety diver support. Optional shark dives and sloth tours included.
First International Medical Forum on Biomedicine & Biotechnology — Próspera
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Where: Próspera ZEDE, Islas de la Bahía, Honduras
Host: Próspera ZEDE
Próspera hosts Roatán's first international forum on biomedicine, biotech and bioethics, July 25. The First International Medical Forum on Biomedicine and Biotechnology takes place at **Próspera ZEDE, Roatán** on **July 25, 2026**, running **8:00 AM to 6:00 PM**. The programme covers biotechnology, biomedicine, bioethics, scientific innovation and healthcare collaboration, bringing together physicians, researchers, academics and industry leaders. Details and registration: https://roatan.online/upcoming-events/first-international-medical-forum-prospera-roatan-2026 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1782492511215-Q4LIPE1YZFZ3E34WVU45/foro+biomedicina+prospera+25+de+julio+2026+roatan+honduras.png
Roatán Family Fest — Edition 02 at Little French Key
When: –
Where: Little French Key, French Cay, Roatán
Host: Roatán Family Fest / Little French Key
Full family day at Little French Key, Sun July 26, 10:30am-5pm. Boat + activities included. Adults $15, kids $8. **LAST CALL — Roatán Family Fest, Edition 02** ✨🌴 A full day on the island where kids can play freely, parents can relax, and families can truly connect. 📅 **Sunday, 26th July** ⏰ **10:30 AM – 5 PM** 📍 **Little French Key** 🚤 **Boat + activities included** Expect: - Beach games & friendly competitions - Volleyball & sports - Animal time for kids (including swimming with baby pigs) - Chill zones and drinks for parents - Community connection The best family island tradition is here! **Tickets:** - 🎟 Adults — **$15** - 👶 Kids (3+) — **$8** - 👨👩👧 Family Pass (2 adults + 2 kids) — **$35** - 👨👩👧 2 Family Pass bundle (4 adults + 4 kids) — **$65** - Kids under 3 — **Free** **Limited capacity.** Secure your spot now on Luma. https://roatanfamilyfest.com/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1784129860217-8TNTWK30RJZSK8KJXUCK/Untitled+design.png
DJ Al Londoner at Sundowners — reggae, funk & soul, Sunday afternoons
When: –
Where: Sundowners Beach Bar, West End, Roatán
Host: Sundowners Beach Bar
Sunday afternoon beach session at Sundowners, West End. DJ from 2 PM. DJ Al Londoner spinning **reggae, funk and soul** at **Sundowners Beach Bar**, West End — **every Sunday from 2:00 PM** through to about 5:00. Beach, sound system, Sunday afternoon. Join in.
Keith & Tim — live country music at Island Chicken and Soups
When: –
Where: Island Chicken and Soups Bar & Grill, Mount Pleasant, Roatán
Host: Island Chicken and Soups Bar & Grill
Live country on the patio at Island Chicken, Mount Pleasant. July 26, 4-6 PM, with food and beer deals. Keith & Tim on the patio at **Island Chicken and Soups Bar & Grill**, Mount Pleasant (Mega Plaza). **Sunday July 26 · 4:00–6:00 PM** **Live country music**, plus: - Crispy deep-fried chicken with mashed potatoes, gravy and corn - **Beer bucket specials** - Special pricing on **all draft beer**
Josh Green at the Rooftop Fisheye Lounge — sunset session, West Bay
When: –
Where: Craft Cooking Bar & Restaurant, Caribe Tesoro, Kai Linda Way, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Craft Cooking Roatan
Live music on the new rooftop lounge above Xbalanque, West Bay. July 26, 5-7 PM. Josh Green plays the **Rooftop Fisheye Lounge** — the new venue on the roof of **Xbalanque** at Caribe Tesoro, West Bay. **Sunday July 26 · 5:00–7:00 PM** It's a good spot to catch Roatán's sunset with a cold drink. **New cocktail menu**, plus solid food options from Craft Cooking.
Lisandro Cabrera — Acoustic Latin Set at CocoView
When: –
Where: CocoView Resort, French Cay, Roatán
Host: CocoView Resort
Acoustic Latin/reggae set at CocoView Resort, French Cay. Note: private, for CocoView guests only.  Lisandro plays an acoustic Latin set with originals, mixing in reggae, every Sunday afternoon at CocoView Resort. Heads up: this is a private event for CocoView Resort guests only, not open to the general public — sharing for anyone staying there or considering a stay. Source: roatanyp.com/event/lisandro-cabrera-acoustical
Happy Boys Big Band Dance at House View Hangout — Sundays in Sandy Bay
When: –
Where: House View Hangout, Sandy Bay, Roatán
Host: House View Hangout
Big band dance night at House View Hangout, Sandy Bay. Sundays 6-10 PM. A locals spot. The Happy Boys at the **House View Hangout** in **Sandy Bay** — **Sundays, 6:00–10:00 PM**. Big band, dancing, and **a locals party spot** rather than a tourist bar. Upcoming: **August 2 and August 9**.
🦀 Crab Races & Fire Dancers at Thirsty Turtle
When: –
Where: Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Thirsty Turtle
Weekly crab races + fire dancer show at Bananarama, West Bay. Live island music, proceeds to charity.  Sunday tradition at Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort: crab races followed by a fire dancer show, with live island music from Albea Brice. Free to watch, drinks at the bar. Proceeds benefit Familias Saludables charity — good excuse for a West Bay sunset if you're not diving that day. Source: roatanyp.com/event/crab-races-bananarama
Shawn Cole & Friends at Sundowners Beach Bar
When: –
Where: Sundowners Beach Bar, West End, Roatán
Host: Sundowners Beach Bar
Classic rock, funk, folk and country at Sundowners Beach Bar, West End.  Shawn Cole & Friends play a set of classic rock, funk, folk and country at Sundowners Beach Bar in West End — a solid excuse for a sunset beer if you're on that side of the island. Source: roatanyp.com/event/shawn-cole-friends-sundowners
The Londoners at Sundowners — live music every Monday
When: –
Where: Sundowners Beach Bar, West End, Roatán
Host: Sundowners Beach Bar
Funk, reggae and soul on the beach at Sundowners, West End. Every Monday 5-8 PM. The Londoners play **Sundowners Beach Bar** in **West End** every **Monday, 5:00–8:00 PM**. Funk, reggae, soul and a bit of pop — Jess and Al Londoner on the beach as the sun goes down. Free to turn up. It's a weekly fixture, so if you miss one there's always next Monday.
Tommy Morris at Beacher's — live music + lobster special, Mondays
When: –
Where: Beacher's Bar & Grill, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Beacher's Bar & Grill
Live music at Beacher's, West Bay, every Monday 5:30-8 PM. Lobster special the same night. Tommy Morris performs live at **Beacher's Bar & Grill** in **West Bay** every **Monday, 5:30–8:00 PM**. Beacher's runs their **Lobster Special on Mondays**, so it's a good night to make a proper evening of it. Weekly fixture — right on the beach.
Movie Night on the beach at Bananarama — Mondays
When: –
Where: Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Thirsty Turtle · Bananarama
Films played directly on the sand at Bananarama, West Bay. Every Monday from 6 PM. Movie Night at **Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort** in **West Bay**, every **Monday from 6:00 PM** (runs to about 8:30). The film plays **directly on the beach**. Hosted at the **Thirsty Turtle**. Bring something to sit on and settle in.
Bingo at Blue Bahía Beach Grill — Monday nights in Sandy Bay
When: –
Where: Blue Bahía Beach Grill, Sandy Bay, Roatán
Host: Blue Bahía Beach Grill
Weekly bingo night at Blue Bahia Beach Grill, Sandy Bay. Mondays 6-8 PM. Bingo night at **Blue Bahía Beach Grill** in **Sandy Bay**, every **Monday 6:00–8:00 PM**. Straightforward, sociable, and a good way to meet people if you're new on the island.
Luis de la Rosa & Maia Karagozlu at Tequila Jack's
When: –
Where: Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina, West End, Roatán
Host: Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina
Rock, blues and classics at Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina, West End. Every other Monday.  Live rock, blues and classics at Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina (Brisas Del Mar, West End), every other Monday evening. Good midweek option if you're around West End. Source: roatanyp.com/event/luis-maia-tequila-jacks
DJ Tigerson Beach Party at Fat Tuesday
When: –
Where: Fat Tuesday Honduras, Isla Tropical Cruise Ship Port, Roatán
Host: Fat Tuesday Honduras
Afternoon beach party at Fat Tuesday, Isla Tropical Cruise Ship Port. Cruise passengers only.  DJ Tigerson spins an afternoon beach party at Fat Tuesday Honduras, inside the Isla Tropical Cruise Ship Port. Heads up: this venue is only open to cruise ship passengers — not accessible to residents without a cruise booking. Source: roatanyp.com/event/dj-tigerson-isla-tropical-cruise-ship-port
🎷 Al Miles — Sax on the Beach at Pérgolas
When: –
Where: Pérgolas, Pristine Bay Resort, French Harbour, Roatán
Host: Pérgolas
Rum, tobacco and live sax at Pérgolas, Pristine Bay. Tuesday evenings.  Rum and tobacco nights with live sax from Al Miles at Pérgolas, Pristine Bay Resort — a relaxed Tuesday evening option in French Harbour. Source: roatanyp.com/event/al-miles-sax-on-the-beach
Jensen Grant — Island Music at Thirsty Turtle
When: –
Where: Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Thirsty Turtle
Island music on cruise ship days at Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama, West Bay.  Jensen Grant plays island music on cruise ship Wednesdays at Thirsty Turtle, Bananarama Dive & Beach Resort — daytime set, good for a West Bay lunch stop. Source: roatanyp.com/event/jensen-grant-bananarama
Beats by Francisco Guerrero at Little French Key
When: –
Where: Little French Key Resort, French Cay, Roatán
Host: Little French Key Resort
Beachside DJ set at Little French Key Resort, French Cay. Wednesdays.  Beachside beats from Francisco Guerrero at Little French Key Resort — note there's a paid beach entry fee at this venue. Source: roatanyp.com/event/beats-by-francisco-guerrero-little-french-key
Sunset Park & Club Playground Grand Opening — Pristine Bay
When:
Where: Sunset Park, Pristine Bay, Roatán
Host: Pristine Bay
Grand opening of Sunset Park playground at Pristine Bay, Wed July 29, 4PM. Free food, games, face painting. Good afternoon, Duna residents ✨ Just a little reminder of our **Sunset Park and Club Playground Grand Opening** next **Wednesday, July 29th at 4:00 PM**! 🥳 Come enjoy an afternoon with your neighbors featuring: - **Free food** - Fun & games - Face painting We're celebrating this exciting new addition to the **Pristine Bay** community ❤️ *Media/press coverage expected at this event.* https://cwhrvvqpkmqcdkpyqktv.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/user-uploads/sudo/15925523-6ff7-442e-a702-6b98d7dafe05.jpg
🎤 Karaoke Night by DJ B-RAD at Maz-Kai
When: –
Where: Maz-Kai Food and Dessert, Sandy Bay, Roatán
Host: Maz-Kai Food and Dessert
Weekly karaoke night at Maz-Kai Food and Dessert, Sandy Bay.  DJ B-RAD hosts karaoke night every Wednesday at Maz-Kai Food and Dessert in Sandy Bay. Bring your best (or worst) singing voice. Source: roatanyp.com/event/karaoke-night-by-dj-b-rad
Lisandro & the Watuzas — Album Release at Ahari Beach Bar
When: –
Where: Ahari Beach Bar by ARCA, West Bay, Roatán
Host: Ahari Beach Bar by ARCA
Album release for Disc 13 Keme at Ahari Beach Bar, West Bay. $35 includes dinner and the concert. Lisandro and the Watuzas celebrate the release of their new album **Disc 13 Keme** with a beachfront show at **Ahari Beach Bar by ARCA** in West Bay. **Wednesday July 29 · 6:00 PM** **$35 admission** (plus tax and service charge) covers: - Dinner - One non-alcoholic beverage - The live concert A special **Argentine-inspired menu** is available exclusively for the evening, and the set runs as the sun goes down over the Caribbean. **Seating is limited** — reserve ahead. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1784501278826-V32SSOHI3VGN3GJ92YCO/IMG_0048.jpeg
AI Talks + Game Night at the Makerspace
When:
Where: Makerspace Duna P1, Próspera
Host: Make_DIY / Makerspace
Thursday 6 PM — AI discussions then board games & video games at Makerspace P1. AI Talks + Game Night this Thursday at 6:00 PM at the Makerspace, Duna P1. Ideas first, games after. Come ready to think, discuss the latest in AI, then switch gears and play. Everyone welcome — bring a friend.
ACROPORA Eco Trail Run
When: –
Where: Roatan
Host: BICA
Trail run supporting reef and conservation work (date not published yet; recurring). Conservation trail run. (TBC)
Heritage Month Opening — Emancipation Day Thanksgiving Service, Flowers Bay
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Where: Methodist Church, Flowers Bay, Roatán
Host: Black English-Speaking Heritage Month organising committee
Thanksgiving service marking Emancipation Day at Roatan's oldest church. Opens Heritage Month. Black English-Speaking Heritage Month opens on **Saturday, August 1** with a Thanksgiving service honouring **Emancipation Day** at the **Methodist church in Flowers Bay** — the oldest church on Roatán. The service brings together community leaders, island residents, students and invited guests to reflect on the legacy of freedom and pay homage to the ancestors who fought for justice and dignity. **Format:** prayers, songs and spoken-word tributes. Open to everyone — residents and visitors alike. This is the anchor event of a month-long island-wide programme. https://roatantourismbureau.com/community-updates/bay-islands-black-heritage-month-august
🏴☠️ Roatán Pirate Adventures — Launch-Month Special ($100)
When:
Where: Coxen Hole, Roatán
Host: Roatan Pirate Adventures
Full-day, 8-stop island treasure hunt: wildlife sanctuary, mangrove tunnels, water-cannon battle, swim for lost booty. Launch-month price $100/guest (code INTRO100), regularly $169 adult / $149 kids.  We're Roatán Pirate Adventures, built by a USCG captain, a scuba instructor and a 5th-generation Roatán native who wanted something better than the standard $80 snorkel loop. It's a 4-5 hour, island-wide treasure hunt: real spendable doubloons, eight stops, our wildlife sanctuary (sloths, monkeys, macaws), the Jonesville Point mangrove tunnels, a water-cannon battle, and a final swim hunting for the lost booty of Roatán. Good for a day off from Duna, or for showing visiting friends and family a side of the island beyond the beach. We're running a launch-month special through August: $100/guest (code INTRO100) instead of the regular $169 adult / $149 kids. Free cancellation 48hrs out, daily departures, back on time guaranteed. Book: RoatanPirateAdventures.com Source: Facebook event "Inaugural month" — facebook.com/events/27551723581130946
ACROPORA Roatán Eco Trail Run 2026 — Run for the Reef
When: –
Where: Palmetto Beach to Roatan Brewing Co., north shore, Roatán
Host: BICA — Bay Islands Conservation Association
8th ACROPORA trail run — 6 AM start, 2K/5K/10K/20K along the north shore to Roatan Brewing Co. The 8th edition of the **ACROPORA Roatán Eco Trail Run — *Vida para la Isla*** runs on **Saturday, August 1**, starting at **6:00 AM**. **The route:** start at **Palmetto Beach**, pass through **Marbella Beach**, finish at **Roatan Brewing Co.**, where the closing celebration is held. **Four distances: 2K · 5K · 10K · 20K** — deliberately open to beginners and families as well as experienced runners. Around **600 participants** take part each year: local businesses, residents, amateur runners, visitors and volunteers. **On the day:** awards ceremony, raffle prizes, food and drink services, hydration and wellness booths. **Where the money goes:** - Coral reef restoration - Construction of the **Community Center in Crawfish Rock** - Waste and plastic reduction in marine ecosystems **Register at [bicainc.org](https://www.bicainc.org/acropora-eco-trail-run-2026)** — organised by BICA, the Bay Islands Conservation Association, working in the Bay Islands since the 1990s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1778263637901-ZYUCQ1VKKK3ILP4HBOIB/464fa158-aa7d-4fd9-9e93-caa27b736ecf.jpeg
Pork Roast BBQ Bash at Kimpton Grand Roatán
When: –
Where: The Drop Off, Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa, Sandy Bay, Roatán
Host: Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa
Weekly Saturday pork roast + tropical cocktails at The Drop Off, Kimpton Grand Roatán, Sandy Bay. No reservation needed.  Every Saturday at The Drop Off: island-style pork roast, tropical cocktails and beach views at Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa. No reservations required — walk in. Source: Facebook event "Pork Roast BBQ Bash" — facebook.com/events/1412285727098570
Arrecife Atelier · Paint & Plant — first edition
When: –
Where: Arrecife Concept Store, French Harbour, Roatán
Host: Arrecife Concept Store
Paint a pot, plant something, switch off for two hours. Arrecife Concept Store, French Harbour. We're opening **Arrecife Atelier** — *un espacio para desconectar y disfrutar* — and this is the first edition. **Paint & Plant · Saturday August 1 · 1:00–3:00 PM** At the Arrecife Concept Store, **French Harbour**. Two hours to paint, plant and step away from everything else. No experience needed. **Spots are limited.** Reserve by DM or **WhatsApp 9418-7167**. This is the start of a recurring series, so if August 1 doesn't work, there will be more.
The Wellness Ride — Barre, Party Bus & Dinner
When: –
Where: West End, Islas de la Bahía, Roatán
Barre class, party bus and dinner — $55. Cocoon to Arcadia Cafe, West End. Aug 1, 4-6 PM. Cocoon, Arcadia Café and Elivate team up for **The Wellness Ride** — movement, food and island vibes in one afternoon. **Saturday August 1 · 4:00–6:00 PM · $55 per person** **What the ticket covers:** - A **one-hour barre class at Cocoon** — beginners welcome - A ride on the **Guagua Rumbera**, a private party bus with music, dancing, games and a mocktail - **Dinner at Arcadia Café**, made with fresh ingredients - **10% off** your next Elivate purchase if you turn up in an Elivate outfit Starts in **West End**. Good one if you want to meet people rather than just work out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1784467485294-IBCLR38X4EKKSXL25JIT/IMG_9959.jpeg
Arrecife Pop Up at Gileis Café — two weeks, Midtown Plaza
When: –
Where: Gileis Café, Midtown Plaza, Roatán
Host: Arrecife Concept Store
Confirmed: two-week Arrecife pop-up at Gileis Cafe, Midtown Plaza. Daily 8 AM-4 PM, Aug 3-17. We're setting up a pop-up at **Gileis Café, Midtown Plaza** for two weeks. **Monday August 3 – Monday August 17** **Open 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, daily** Come by for a coffee and browse the collection while you're there. Questions: **WhatsApp 9418-7167**.
Marea Baja at Tequila Jack's — live music, every other Monday
When: –
Where: Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina, West End Road, West End, Roatán
Host: Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina
Marea Baja plays Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina, West End. 6-8 PM, alternating Mondays. Marea Baja performs live at **Tequila Jack's Beach Cantina** on **West End Road**, **6:00–8:00 PM**. This one runs **every other Monday**, not weekly — upcoming dates are **August 3, August 17 and August 31**.
PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) — Summer 2026, Roatan Divers
When:
Where: Roatan Divers, West End, Roatán
Host: Roatan Divers
Three-week PADI IDC in West End, Aug 5-21. Go from Divemaster to scuba instructor. Dreaming of life as a scuba diving instructor? The PADI IDC is where that starts. **Summer 2026 course: August 5 – August 21** at our West End dive centre. During the IDC you learn how to teach the skills from each PADI course, and you study PADI Standards and General Procedures. **Prerequisites:** - 18 years or older - Divemaster certified - Emergency First Aid and CPR certification within the last 24 months - Open Water certified for a minimum of 6 months - Minimum **100 logged dives** We're a PADI 5 Star IDC centre with four dive boats. If these dates don't work, the Fall course runs **October 2–18**. Reach us on **WhatsApp +504 9860 0278** or info@roatandivers.com. https://roatandivers.com/padi-idc-roatan
International Scuba Day Celebration (Kimpton)
When: –
Where: Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort + Spa
Host: Kimpton Grand Roatán
Resort-hosted celebration around International Scuba Day with themed programming. Scuba-day party.
Peak Protocol — Longevity Retreat in the Colorado Rockies (Aug 6–9)
When:
Where: Rocky Mountains, Colorado, USA
Host: Peak Protocol / Mtn Longevity
4-day longevity retreat in Colorado: biomarker testing, CGM tracking, researcher access, personalized protocols. Final spots open. Running a longevity retreat in Colorado this **August (Aug 6–9)** and wanted to share here since this feels like the right audience. **Peak Protocol**: 4 days in the Rockies, biomarker testing, CGM tracking, direct access to longevity researchers and doctors, healthy science-backed food and exercise protocols, and physician consultations building you a personalized longevity protocol. We're looking to fill our final spots now, so we can do a solid discount for anyone who books this week! If you're already tracking your health seriously and want to go deeper, this should be on your radar. Happy to answer questions here or over DM. https://mtnlongevity.com/
Spirit Origin & Waves of Art Exhibition — French Harbour
When: –
Where: Second Bight, Islas de la Bahía, Roatán
Host: Spirit Origin
Local art, Afro Beats and 2-for-1 cocktails at Spirit Origin, French Harbour. Aug 7, 4:30-8:30 PM. An evening of art, culture and island heritage at **Spirit Origin** in **French Harbour**. **Friday August 7 · 4:30–8:30 PM** The exhibition celebrates the creativity and cultural identity of the Bay Islands through the work of three local artists: **Virgie, Evelyn Mariely and Roseanne McKinney**. **On the night:** - Live music and **Afro Beats** from the DJ - **2-for-1 cocktails** - A **$35 dinner and cocktail special** Open to visitors and residents both — a straightforward way to see what island artists are actually making right now. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1784502007917-4FQ3V1KDM94M2LRNKBBE/IMG_0050.jpeg
Arte & Vino at Bean Crazy Café — Paint & Wine
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Where: Bean Crazy Café, Dolphin Plaza, Coxen Hole, Roatán
Host: Bean Crazy Café
Paint a tote bag with tapas and a drink — $45. Bean Crazy, Dolphin Plaza. Aug 8, 4-6 PM. Arte & Vino returns on **Saturday August 8**, **4:00–6:00 PM**, at **Bean Crazy Café, Dolphin Plaza** in Coxen Hole. Hosted by Arrecife Roatan and Bean Crazy. **$45 USD**, and the ticket includes everything: - A **tote bag** to customise - All painting supplies - Tapas - One beverage **No painting experience needed.** You leave with something you made yourself. **Spaces are limited** — reserve on **+504 9418-7167**. Runs roughly monthly; the July 4 edition followed the same 4–6 PM format. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1784489753122-1K33NIPOHRCO14SO5JSF/IMG_9978.jpeg
An Evening of Honduran Products — Opal, Coffee & Chocolate at Las Verandas
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Where: Las Verandas Hotel & Villas, Pristine Bay, Roatán
Host: Las Verandas Hotel & Villas
Honduran coffee, chocolate and Black Honduran Opal at Las Verandas, Pristine Bay. $30 entry. Join us for an evening presenting our finest Honduran products — including coffee, chocolate and of course the incredible **Black Honduras Opal**. **Saturday August 8 · 5:00 PM · Las Verandas, Pristine Bay** **Entry ticket $30.00** The evening includes **live music, cocktails, appetizers and product samples**. The centrepiece is a presentation on the mysterious properties of Black Honduran Opal, with **one-of-a-kind opal jewellery available to purchase**. **Heads up on timing:** Arte & Vino runs 4–6 PM the same afternoon in Coxen Hole, about 30 minutes' drive away. You'll have to pick one.
Pleblab Startup Week
When: –
Where: Próspera, Roatán, Honduras
Host: Pleblab
Startup days featuring a hackathon organized by Pleblab in the Próspera free zone. Focused on developers and entrepreneurs shaping the future of open economies.
Arrecife Market · POP UP Experience — full-day vendor market
When: –
Where: Arrecife Concept Store, French Harbour, Roatán
Host: Arrecife Concept Store
Full-day vendor market at Arrecife Concept Store, French Harbour. Aug 15, 10 AM to 6 PM. A full day of vendors at the **Arrecife Concept Store, French Harbour**. **Saturday August 15 · 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM** Come through any time during the day — no ticket, no set schedule. Vendor list isn't out yet. If you want a table, **WhatsApp 9418-7167**.
bitcoin vibecamp
When: –
Where: Roatán
Host: The Bitcoin District
Retreat focused on building software & business with help of AI. 6 days of workshops, deep coworking, hackathon and business networking. https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bitcoin-District-logo_horizontal-dark-bg-1.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-14_00.54.44_chrome.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250605_171134_00_097-1.jpg https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bitcoin-Vibecamp-cover.png
Advanced Legal Prompting Seminar — Roatán
When:
Where: Roatán, Islas de la Bahía, Honduras
Host: UTH Florida University / Applied AI & Legaltech Institute
In-person Advanced Legal Prompting seminar in Roatán, Aug 17–19: using AI in legal practice. By UTH Florida. Take your legal practice to the next level. I'm sharing the **Advanced Legal Prompting Seminar** — an in-person program in **Roatán on August 17, 18 & 19, 2026**. You'll learn to incorporate AI into your professional legal work effectively: - Understanding legal AI adoption - Creating efficient prompts for legal tasks - Improving productivity and decision-making **Ideal for:** lawyers, legal teams, and the public sector. **Hosted by** UTH Florida University and the Applied AI & Legaltech Institute. Message me for details on how to join. https://cwhrvvqpkmqcdkpyqktv.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/user-uploads/sudo/32745010-528a-4fee-b775-d2ac7a7f74e8.jpg
Bitcoin Infinity Day
When: –
Where: Roatán, Honduras
Host: The Bitcoin District / Pleblab
Celebration of Bitcoin’s absolute scarcity and cultural alignment. Features final pitch day for startups and attendees, followed by a Roatan party.
RD Tec Week
When: –
Where: Roatán Divers
Host: Roatán Divers
Technical diving certification week for advanced divers. Prerequisites include 18+ years old and Divemaster certification. Master the depths through technical training.
BTC Pokerchamp
When: –
Where: Roatán
Host: The Bitcoin District
Poker Championship with 1 BTC in pool prize. Two satellite events + cash game, making Roatan one of the capitals of Bitcoin sports. https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bitcoin-District-logo_horizontal-dark-bg-1.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-14_00.54.44_chrome.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250605_171134_00_097-1.jpg https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bitcoin-Vibecamp-cover.png
Infinita Week + Free Cities Conference 2026 — Aug 31–Sep 7
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Where: Próspera, Roatán, Honduras
Host: Infinita City / Free Cities Foundation
Packed week in Próspera: Roatán exploration, startup workshops, Free Cities Conference & demo day. Hey everyone — packed program and a great time window to visit us in Próspera! **Aug 31 – Sep 7, 2026** The week includes: - **Roatán exploration** — discover the island - **Startup workshops** — including regulatory hacking and building in special economic zones - **Free Cities Conference** — the leading gathering for network cities, charter cities, and seasteading - **Demo day** — startups and projects pitching to the community Great opportunity whether you're a founder, investor, or freedom-city curious. Come see what's being built here firsthand.
Golden Buoy Competition
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Where: Roatan Divers
Host: Roatan Divers / SOL Foundation ecosystem
Fundraising competition among dive shops supporting SOL Foundation; runs across Sep–Oct. Dive shop charity competition.
PADI AWARE Week
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Where: Roatan
Host: PADI / local dive shops
Global conservation week with Dive Against Debris + awareness activities; month confirmed, dates TBD. Ocean conservation week. (TBC)
Free Cities Golf Cup
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Where: Próspera
Host: The Bitcoin District
Business networking on a golf course, for beginners and pros? We're organizing a FREE CITIES GOLF CUP right before the biggest event of the year in Próspera. https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bitcoin-District-logo_horizontal-dark-bg-1.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-14_00.54.44_chrome.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250605_171134_00_097-1.jpg https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bitcoin-Vibecamp-cover.png
Free Cities Conference 2026: Próspera — Step Inside
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Where: St. John's Bay, Prospera ZEDE, Roatán, Honduras
Host: Free Cities Foundation
First time the Free Cities Foundation hosts its annual conference inside a functioning Free City. Attendees stay on-site in Próspera, walk the streets, meet local businesses, dine in cafés, and see how the governance model works in everyday life. Also showcases Roatán tourism — scuba, golf, kayaking, beaches. Tickets from $239 at freecitiesconference.com.
🧘 SeaCalm Yoga + Scuba Retreat (MeriYoga)
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Where: Coxen Hole / private island near Roatán, Honduras
Host: MeriYoga
6-day yoga, breathwork & 2-tank dive retreat on a private island near Roatán. Open water certification included. Sep 6-12.  A week on a private island near Roatán with daily yoga and meditation, daily 2-tank boat dives from an on-site dive shop, and an open water certification course included (no dive experience required). A refresher mini-course is available for already-certified divers. Run by MeriYoga. Full details: meriyoga.org/seacalm2026 Source: Facebook event "SeaCalm Yoga + Scuba retreat" — facebook.com/events/2049004492622605
Roatán International Fishing Tournament (XXVII)
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Where: Roatan
Host: AHPESCAR
Multi-day sport-fishing tournament week; flagship Bay Islands event with community participation. Major fishing tournament.
XXVII Roatán International Fishing Tournament — A Legacy Cast Into the Sea
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Where: West End, Roatán, Bay Islands
Host: AHPESCAR — Roatán International Fishing Tournament
Sep 10-13, West End. Entry from $350 junior to $1,500 premier. Billfish first prize $25,000. **September 10–13, 2026 · Roatán, Bay Islands — centred on West End** *A Legacy Cast Into the Sea.* **Elite sport fishing by day. West End Carnival by night.** Now in its **27th edition**, this is the **largest annual event in the community of West End** and the **first established catch-and-release tournament in Honduras**. Organised by **AHPESCAR**, with International Game Fish Association backing. **Level 1 — Billfish & Rodeo · $1,500 entry** The premier level, competing for the largest pools. - Billfish: 🥇 **$25,000** · 🥈 $15,000 · 🥉 $10,000 - Rodeo: 🥇 **$7,500** · 🥈 $4,500 · 🥉 $3,000 **Level 2 — Rodeo · $700 entry** Offshore competition in a more dynamic format. **Level 3 — Junior · $350 entry** For younger anglers getting their first taste of international competition. **How to register:** 1. Go to **[letfishroatan.com](https://www.letfishroatan.com)** → *Inscriptions* → *Register for Participants* 2. Complete the form 3. Wire transfer to **BAC Credomatic** — Lempiras acct **730371911**, USD acct **730372001** 4. Send proof of payment via **WhatsApp +504 9962-7130** Roatán sits on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef with deep water minutes from shore — expect marlin, sailfish, tuna and mahi-mahi. *Note: some calendars list this as a single evening on September 13. It runs the full **September 10–13**.* https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e59cc476fe14d05ec2257fe/1773249213702-23YZ5XUOBVK6VCUGG9SQ/e9d9b6f7-56a4-49af-8f92-a1e247bf60c6.jpeg
Golf For Good: 9th Annual Sun Divers Charity Golf Tournament
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Where: Black Pearl at Pristine Bay Resort
Host: Sun Divers / SOL International Foundation
Charity tournament on a Pete Dye-designed course benefiting the SOL International Foundation. Golf for a good cause on the world-renowned Black Pearl course.
Feriado Morazanico
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Where: Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa
Host: Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa
Honduran national holiday period featuring scuba diving, spa services, and live music. Exact dates TBA.
bitchill s04
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Where: Roatán
Host: The Bitcoin District
A cozy retreat in Central America. Take a break from conferences! Enjoy Caribbean island of Roatan, spend week on sunny activities, cultural events and bitcoin open mic. https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bitcoin-District-logo_horizontal-dark-bg-1.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-14_00.54.44_chrome.png https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_20250605_171134_00_097-1.jpg https://thebitcoindistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Bitcoin-Vibecamp-cover.png
Seas The Day Camp Bay 5K
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Where: Camp Bay Beach, Roatán
Host: ONG Honduras Ambiental
Charity 5K run/walk along Camp Bay Beach supporting environmental and community programs. Join the **Seas The Day Camp Bay 5K** — a scenic run and walk along **Camp Bay Beach** organized by **ONG Honduras Ambiental**. The event supports their programs in environment, health, housing, sports, and community development on **Roatán**. Open to runners and walkers of all levels. A great way to enjoy the island's natural beauty while giving back to the local community.
Plan ₿ Forum (Lugano)
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Where: Lugano
Event attended by The Bitcoin District team.
Plan ₿ Forum
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Where: Lugano, Switzerland
Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano. Event attended by The Bitcoin District team.
Halloween Underwater Party
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Where: Roatan Divers
Host: Roatan Divers
Halloween-themed costumed dive + underwater photos; fixed date. Costume dive event.
✨ Roatán New Year's Eve 2026
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Where: West Bay, West End, French Harbour — Roatán
Host: Resorts & local venues island-wide
Island-wide New Year's Eve celebrations across West Bay, West End, and French Harbour. Ring in **2027** on the island! **Roatán** comes alive on **December 31st** with **New Year's Eve** parties across the island — beachfront resort countdowns with fireworks and live music at **West Bay**, street parties in **West End**, and celebrations in **French Harbour**. Multiple venues host special events with DJs, buffet dinners, and open bars. One of the best times of year to be on **Roatán**, drawing visitors from around the world for an unforgettable Caribbean countdown.