This unique celebration of alumni excellence will feature a host of HBCU-inspired activities, including those designed to extend our impact: a pre-fest Alumni Engagement Leadership Summit, College Fair, inspirational talks and panels and a Community Service Initiative.
What's more, the golf tournament and the world's first HBCU Battle of the Boats, will raise scholarship funds for current HBCU students.
From beach parties to tailgating, the fest's day and nighttime social events will feature an all-star lineup of HBCU alumni DJs and special guests.
The FABA Fest experience will also highlight Bajan culture at every turn, including an island-style tailgate, sunrise party and a closing polo match.
The result? An experience an unlike any other festival in the world.
*Event dates subject to change
Invitation Only
This pre-festival symposium for invited HBCU institutional advancement and national, regional and local alumni association leaders will explore innovative approaches to increasing alumni engagement and giving at our beloved institutions.
Email hbcu@fabafest.com for more information.
VIP Pass Holders Only
FABA Fest officially kicks off with this opening celebration!
Gather your golf crew for the first FABA golf tournament at the gorgeous Royal Westmoreland Golf Course.
Important Note: The golf tournament is not included in the 4-day festival pass and is an additional cost.
FABA Fest will host a morning of service to support a Barbados-led community impact initiative.
These educational and inspirational talks and panels presented by HBCU alumni will focus on issues important to HBCUs and the larger community.
Interested in speaking? Let us know here.
Ready for a "stroll" on the beach?
Pack your 'nelia for what promises to be the biggest and best Divine 9 party the Caribbean has ever seen!
We're back on the Yard! Our party will feature a soundtrack provided the world's best HBCU alumni DJs and special guests.
Local students are invited to this HBCU college fair, aimed at increasing awareness of HBCUs in Barbados and beyond.
HBCU Recruitment offices interested in participating in the College Fair: Email us at hbcu@fabafest.com for more information.
These educational and inspirational talks and panels presented by HBCU alumni will focus on issues important to HBCUs and the larger community.
Interested in speaking? Let us know here.
You're invited to the island cookout! Enjoy local food vendors and fellowship under your favorite HBCU's tent.
You do not want to miss the very first HBCU Battle of the Boats!
The FABA Fest HBCU Battle of the Boats is a boat party with a purpose!
Alumni teams will raise funds for student scholarships at their respective college or university for 4 weeks leading up to the festival in Barbados. At the culmination, the Alumni team with the most funds raised, wins the Battle of the Boats.
100% of the proceeds from the online fundraising campaign will benefit the Alumni team’s college or university.
On June 17, the Battle will move to the water and the Alumni teams will also compete for bragging rights as the "livest" boat.
Alumni associations or alumni groups interested in participating in the Battle of the Boats: Email us at botb@fabafest.com to enter!
Important Note: The Battle of the Boats is not included in the festival 4-day festival pass and is an additional cost. Individual tickets for the Battle of the Boats will go on sale in March.
FOR ALUMNI, BY ALUMNI INCORPORATED IS AN INDEPENDENT ORGANIZATION and IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH AND DOES NOT REPRESENT ANY OF THE COLLEGES OR UNIVERSITIES WITH ALUMNI TEAMS PARTICIPATING THE BATTLE OF THE BOATS.
We're back on the Yard! Our party will feature a soundtrack provided the world's best HBCU alumni DJs and special guests.
A sunrise party - island style - will start the last day of the festival.
FABA Fest will culminate in grand style with an exhilarating Barbados-style polo match and a post-match closing festival party!
Put on your Homecoming worthy fits and enjoy delicious cuisine from top Barbadian chefs, and cocktails from master mixologists, all punctuated beautifully by beats that will remind you of undergrad.
Mood: Bold Black Excellence
Attire: Polo Chic Meets Bold Black Excellence
Vibes: Bold Black Excellence