Barbados Launches Celebrations Marking 60 Years of Independence and Five as Republic
Barbados’ celebrations for 60 years of Independence and five years as a republic began in Bridgetown. A National Thanksgiving Service is scheduled for November 22 at Garfield Sobers Gymnasium.
2 reports from 1 outlet · First reported Sun, Nov 1
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UpdatedBarbados launched its 2026 Independence and republic celebrations with a Lighting Ceremony and Bajan Brew at Heroes Square on November 1.
CBC BarbadosA National Thanksgiving Service is scheduled for November 22 at Garfield Sobers Gymnasium, with television and streaming coverage.
CBC BarbadosThe service will include hymns, dance, a flag presentation and a sermon by Reverend Dr. Adrian Smith.
CBC BarbadosThe Transport Board will provide buses from several locations for the Thanksgiving Service.
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