8 Best Nightlife in Eleuthera and Harbour Island, Bahamas

This is the place to be on the weekends and holidays in Harbour Island. The dance floor takes off around midnight and is a popular spot for young locals and tourists alike. DJ and owner Devon "Daddy D" Sawyer spins pop music, hip-hop, and reggae tunes late into the night. There are also live bands on select days. Karaoke night is every Tuesday, and they host themed events on some holidays.

After a long week, locals and tourists alike flock to Anchor Bay Fish Fry on Friday night to let loose and de-stress. The menu is simple, with fried fish, barbecue chicken and pork, and local sides. It's the liquor and lively atmosphere that draw the crowd. Fish Fry's signature drink, Rum Bubbas, is a must-try—and is the perfect liquid courage to get you participating in limbo and outdoor dances.

The party starts at this waterfront bar at sunset and extends well into the evening. Drink specials are available all day, and you can find great Bahamian food at any one of its neighboring vendors. Sunday is karaoke night, and there's live music on weekends.

For afternoon or nighttime fun in Gregory Town, head to Champion's Bar on Queen's Highway. The bar hosts live bands and parties on weekends, along with karaoke and pool tables. There's a restaurant serving local Bahamian food and a bar stocked with assorted beers and cocktails. The outdoor tiki bar opens in the afternoon, serving drinks and bar snacks.

The debonair, one-man band Cedric Bethel, better known as Doctor Seabreeze, strums his acoustic guitar while singing island songs at Sunset Cove in Hatchet Bay and Ronnie's Hi-D-Way in Governor's Harbour. Call to find out which day he'll be there.

Enjoy a brew on the wraparound patio of Gusty's, on Harbour Island's northern point. This lively, rustic hot spot has a few tables, great drinks, and a pool table. On weekends, holidays, and in high season, it's an extremely crowded and happening dance spot, especially after 10 pm.

With a pool table, outdoor basketball court, and large dance floor, Ronnie's is the most popular local hangout in Governor's Harbour. The scene really takes off on Friday and Saturday nights, when the bar hosts a DJ. If you drop in for a drink on the weekend, expect to stay a while for dancing to popular reggae and hip-hop tunes.

Some of the best DJs on the island start and keep the party going at Secrets VIP until late at night on weekends. The bar has a variety of cocktails and popular Bahamian drinks. You can also get quick bites like wings and conch fritters from the kitchen.