Wednesday

Cup Match Ignite

Begin your holiday weekend with live music and entertainment at Cup Match Ignite. Featuring globally renowned artist Kes the Band, the evening is a celebration of roots, rock and soca. Additional information can be found online at ptix.bm

Where: North Field, National Sports Centre

When: 9pm-3am

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ptix.bm

Wayne Wonder Live

Grammy-nominated singer Wayne Wonder is visiting the island to ring in the Cup Match weekend with a live performance. Taking place at Snorkel Park Beach, the event will also include visiting guest artists and the night will be capped with a firework display.

Where: Snorkel Park Beach

When: 9pm

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ptix.bm

Thursday-Friday

Cup Match

The highly anticipated 124th annual Cup Match is finally here and begins on Thursday. The island’s celebration of the emancipation of slavery on the island is a two-day cricket match that highlights the best of Bermuda’s culture, history and community. Taking place in Somerset this year, people can look to a weekend of fun, cricket, entertainment and culture.

Where: Somerset Cricket Club

When: 6am-8pm

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ciminow.bm

Wet Fete

Continue the holiday festivities with this water and foam fete at Snorkel Park Beach. Performances by local favourites such as DJ Rusty G and Mista Genius as well as local guests Brandon Duke and Fling to be on deck for the evening.

Where: Snorkel Park Beach

When: 9pm

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ptix.bm

Wednesday, August 5

Art by the Sea

Take in the beauty and serenity of Bermuda’s most famous beach at this sunset painting class; led by artist, and Black Pearl Art Academy founder Sarah Pierroz. Art supplies will be provided and you will learn painting techniques to create your artwork.

Where: Horseshoe Bay

When: 6.30pm-8pm

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ptix.bm or you can call 901-8353

Friday, August 7

The Loren Rum & Culinary Craftsmanship

Goslings and The Loren invite the public to join them for the launch event of their exclusive new rum The Loren Barrel Reserve. Acclaimed chef Tristen Epps-Long, celebrated for his modern Afro-Caribbean cuisine and appearances on Top Chef, will present a live culinary demonstration. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy guided tastings, stories behind the creation of the rum with Andrew Holmes, and insights into the culinary traditions that have shaped the islands for generations.

Where: The Loren Disk

When: 5.30pm-7.30pm

Entry: Tickets available for purchase at ptix.bm

• If you would like your event to be added to the Bermuda Calendar, please submit all the details, photographs, videos and flyers to Nkenge Boyles (nboyles@royalgazette.com). Deadline is Monday, 6pm, for inclusion on Wednesday