#FABAFest: Here’s The Story Behind Footage Of HBCU Grads ‘Boat Battling’ & Celebrating Carefree In Barbados

Footage of HBCU alumni having an epic time on the waters of Barbados has been making its way down timelines, and we’ve got exclusive deets on what went down.

As previously reported, graduates from the likes of Southern University, Howard, Hampton, Texas Southern, and Xavier flocked to Rihanna’s homeland for the inaugural FABA-For Alumni, By Alumni–Festival.

Taking place during Juneteenth weekend, attendees celebrated HBCU culture and explored the island where the African diasporic culture is as rich as the food.

A highlight from the weekend was the “Battle of the Boats” party cruise where FABA attendees celebrated historically Black college culture at sea.

Several HBCU alumni pages reshared the video that features grads carefreely kicking it amid the ocean.

Guests partied on a vessel via Prestige Catamaran Barbados while listening to the sounds of HBCU alumni DJs including DJ Trauma and DJ Rob G of The Vibe Houston.

The essence of an HBCU homecoming was alive as the lively group sang and danced while enjoying cocktails and culinary treats as the sun set on the island.

Following that, the group returned to land for a lively tailgate.

Taking place at Bridgetown’s Worthing Square, FABA Fest attendees kept the boat vibes going via music and local food.

That’s not all that happened at FABA Fest, however, hit the flip to see HBCU alumni spread the word about their respective schools.