An Atlantic dive destination unlike anywhere else
May 15th - May 17th
2026
Bermuda sits quietly in the Atlantic, shaped by a reef system that exists at the very edge of where coral can survive. These are the northernmost coral reefs in the ocean, flourishing in cool, clear water where light, depth, and time shape every detail.
Scattered beyond the reef lie more than 300 shipwrecks, their steel and timber gradually claimed by coral and marine life. What were once working vessels have become elegant underwater landmarks, softened by colour and movement.
In Bermuda, history does not vanish. It evolves.
The Destination
The Festival
Bermuda Dive Festival exists to celebrate the ocean as our backyard and to showcase that Bermuda offers some of the best diving anywhere in the Atlantic. This is about putting a global spotlight on the quality, diversity, and accessibility of Bermuda’s underwater world and making sure more people know it exists. The festival brings together divers, locals, operators, scientists, and visitors to experience the island’s reefs, wrecks, and marine life while creating tangible benefits for the community. It supports local dive shops, boat operators, guides, restaurants, and small businesses, driving shoulder-season travel, and strengthens Bermuda’s position as a serious dive destination rather than a hidden secret. At its core, the festival celebrates what Bermuda already has, builds pride locally, and turns world-class diving into a shared cultural and economic asset for the island.
Our Events
DAY 1, MAY 15th
Photo & Video Workshop and PADI Fish ID Course
Location: ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
Master marine imagery and identification at ASU BIOS. Join filmmaker James Doughty for an introductory Underwater Photo & Video workshop alongside a PADI Fish ID Certification course. Capture the reef and know its inhabitants in one immersive day.
Morning
2 Tank Dive at Cathedral and Palaneion
Location: ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
Explore Bermuda’s most iconic underwater landscapes with a 2-tank dive at Cathedral and the Pelinaion. Capture the ethereal light shafts and vaulted arches of the Cathedral’s subterranean dome before heading to the Pelinaion wreck to document its massive boilers and diverse reef inhabitants. These sites provide the ultimate field classroom for your photo workshop and your ASU BIOS Fish ID certification.
Afternoon
DAY 2, MAY 16th
2 Tank Dive Eastern Blue Cut & Sea Venture Ferry
Location: Eastern Blue Cut
Dive into adventure with a 2-tank trip to Eastern Blue Cut and the Sea Venture Ferry. Explore the vibrant, high-energy reefs of the Blue Cut and Sea Venture ferry Wreck.
Morning
Blue Cut Luncheon
Location: Eastern Blue Cut
Indulge in an exclusive Blue Cut Luncheon. Set against a backdrop of stunning turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs, this curated experience features dining under chic umbrellas aboard a private floating oasis. This event offers a refined midday retreat in one of Bermuda's most breathtaking offshore locations.
Afternoon
Night Dive & Beach Bonfire
Location: Elbow Beach
Experience the ocean’s nocturnal transformation with a Night Dive & Beach Bonfire at Elbow Beach, hosted by Eco Dive. Begin with a guided twilight dive to witness Bermuda’s reef life after dark, then surface to a warm bonfire on the sand. It’s an evening of adventure and relaxation, offering a unique perspective of the coast both above and below the waves.
Evening
DAY 3, MAY 17th
Lionfish Tournament
Location: TBD
Join the front lines of marine conservation for a One-Day Lionfish Tournament. This high-stakes culling event invites divers and free divers to help protect Bermuda’s native fish populations by removing as many of these invasive predators as possible.
Morning
Lionfish Cook Up
Location: TBD
The Dive Festival concludes with a high-energy Lionfish Wrap Party, a vibrant community event open to all. This grand finale features a live tournament weigh-in and awards ceremony, showcasing the day’s conservation efforts alongside a market of local vendors. Enjoy complimentary samples of fresh, sustainably caught lionfish and celebrate Bermuda’s marine ecosystem in a festive atmosphere designed for divers and non-divers alike.
Afternoon
Dive Fest Wrap Party (Vendors, Participants, Invite Only)
Location: Burnt House Productions Loft (15 Front Street)
Evening
This is a tentative schedule with locations, times, and dates subject to change. Please reach out if you would like to be involved as a vendor or participant
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