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Greater U.S. Virgin Islands
Annual Events

The U.S. Virgin Islands offer year-round warm weather. So, no matter which month you are visiting in, you can experience a bit of this island culture. From concerts to sporting events, there is something for everyone in the US Virgin Islands.

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The list below presents an overview of the major events in the island area.

January: St. Croix Christmas Festival; Late December-Early January. For information, please call (340) 773-1830.; Arts Alive Concerts; Early January. On St. Thomas, Arts Alive Concerts in the Garden unfold throughout the year on the new stage at Tillett Gardens. Performers vary from chamber ensembles to classical pianists. Typically, a prix fixe dinner is offered before each concert, and Tillett Gardens artists studios are open during intermissions. Both season and individual tickets are available. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.
February: Arts Alive Concerts; Early February. On St. Thomas, Arts Alive Concerts in the Garden unfold throughout the year on the new stage at Tillett Gardens. Performers vary from chamber ensembles to classical pianists. Typically, a prix fixe dinner is offered before each concert, and Tillett Gardens artists studios are open during intermissions. Both season and individual tickets are available. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.; Mardi Croix; Early February. Cane Bay Beach on St. Croix is the site for Mardi Gras festivities St. Croix-style, starting with breakfast specials at area restaurants through an entire day of live music and parties. For information, please call (340) 774-8784.; St. Croix House Tour; February - March. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.; St. Croix International Regatta; Mid February. A series of yacht races is held in mid-February, featuring parties, live music and more. For information, please call (340) 773-2880.; Agricultural and Food Fair; Mid February. Local produce, live music, and activities for kids and animals are featured on St. Croix. For information, please call (340) 778-0991.; Candlelight Concert at Estate Whim; Mid February. St. Thomas. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.; Valentine's Day Jump-Up; Mid February. Christiansted, St. Croix. For information, please call (340) 773-1991.
March: St. Croix House Tour; February - March. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.; St. Patrick's Day Parade; Mid March. Christiansted, St. Croix.; World Class Art Show & Sale; Early March. On St. John at Caneel Bay Resort, The Safety Zone (the island’s Domestic Violence and Victims of Crime Agency) each year presents a World Class Art Show & Sale with paintings, sculptures, dolls, ceramics, fabric art, mixed media and more at affordable prices. A gala fundraising dinner follows the show. For information, please call (340) 693-7233.; Starving Artists Day at Estate Whim Plantation; Late March. St. Croix. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.
April: Annual Rolex Cup Regatta; Early April. Hosted by the St. Thomas Yacht Club at Cowpet Bay, this regatta features world racers competing with sailors from neighboring islands. The winner of each class gets a Rolex watch. For information please call (340) 773-9333.; Taste of St. Croix; Mid April. A wine and food festival that celebrates the variety of cuisine offered on St. Croix is held around the Divi Carina Bay Resort. For information, please call (340) 773-9898.; Virgin Islands Carnival; Late April- Early May. St Thomas. For information, please call (340) 776-3112.
May: St. Croix Half Ironman Triathlon; Early May. Residents and visitors compete in this bike, run and swim course. For information, please call (340) 774-8784.; Virgin Islands Carnival; Late April- Early May. St Thomas. For information, please call (340) 776-3112.; Memorial Day Regatta; Late May. St Croix Yacht Club.
June: Warren Young Memorial Race; Mid June. St Croix Yacht Club.; Father's Day Trailwalk & Picnic; Mid June. St Croix Landmarks Society.
July: Virgin Islands' Emancipation Day; Early July.; St. John Carnival Parade; Early July.; Mango Melee; Early July. During 4th of July weekend, St. George Village Botanical Garden hosts local farmers and property owners who exhibit and share the bounty of the annual mango and tropical fruit harvest, featuring workshops on citrus production, recipe competitions and much more. For information, please call (340) 692-2874.; Arts Alive Summer Arts & Crafts Festival; Late July. On St. Thomas at Tillett Gardens, Arts Alive’s quarter-century old Arts and Crafts Festival showcases works by some 30 artists along with live entertainment and craft demonstrations. Jewelry, pottery, oil, water and acrylic painting, along with beaded art work, plants, clothing, homemade hot sauces and pastries are for sale. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.
August: St. Thomas USVI Open Atlantic Blue Marlin Tournament; Early August. To benefit the Virgin Islands Council of Boy Scouts. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.; Texas Society Chili Cook Off; Mid-August. A chili cook off is held on Brewers Beach, sponsored by The Texas Society of the Virgin Islands. For information, please call (340) 473-8706.; Old-Time Family Day; Late August. Whim Museum hosts traditional artisans, locally produced food, live music and games for the family to enjoy. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.; St. Thomas August Madness Day Race; St. Thomas Open; Late August. Competition at the Mahogany Run Golf Course. For information, please call (340) 777-6006.; St. Thomas August Madness Day Race; Late August. For information, please call (340) 775-6320.
September: Labor Day Weekend; Early September. Festivities are scheduled on all of the islands, featuring a Peace Walk in St. Thomas, a celebration of Virgin Islands culture and art at Beach Fyah 6, water racing at Lindbergh Bay Beach, and live music everywhere. For current information call (800) 372-USVI.
November: Caribbean Classic Triathlon; Early November. The Buccaneer Hotel hosts a weekend of fun events centering around this Olympic Distance race open to both visitors and residents. For information, please call (340) 774-8784.; St. Thomas All Caribbean Charter Yacht Show; Early November. Many yachts on display and more. For information, please call (340) 776-5950.; St. Croix Blue Bay Jazz Festival; Mid to Late November. Live jazz is featured in public venues all over Frederiksted. For information, please call (340) 773-3332.; Mumm's Cup Regatta; Mid November. St Croix Yacht Club, sponsored by Mumm's Champagne. For information, please call (340) 773-9333.; St. Croix Coral Reef Swim; Late November. At the Buccaneer. For information, please call (340) 773-2100.; Lucie Blue Week; Late November. In the week that straddles November and December, Chef Lucie Blue presents a concert at the Sand Castle on the Beach. For information, please call (340) 772-1205.
December: Holiday Hope Benefit; Early December. The Palms at Pelican Cove hosts a gala in support of Marine's Toys for Tots Program, The Boys and Girls Club of St. Croix and The Patrick Henry Scholarship Fund. For information, please call (340) 718-8920.; Arts and Crafts Festival; Early December. Tillett Gardens hosts dozens of artists exhibiting their paintings, jewelry, pottery and even homemade sauces. Young student musicians will provide live entertainment. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.; Arts Alive Concerts; Early December. On St. Thomas, Arts Alive Concerts in the Garden unfold throughout the year on the new stage at Tillett Gardens. Performers vary from chamber ensembles to classical pianists. Typically, a prix fixe dinner is offered before each concert, and Tillett Gardens artists studios are open during intermissions. Both season and individual tickets are available. For information, please call (340) 775-1929.; Crucian Christmas Festival; Early December-Early January. St. Croix hosts the Virgin Islands annual Christmas festival from the first Saturday in December to the first Saturday in January, featuring live entertainment, magic, food, crafts and fun. For information, please call (340) 719-3379.; VI Match Racing Championship; Early December. St Thomas. For information, please call (340) 775-6321.; St. Croix Christmas Boat Parade; Mid December. Christiansted Harbor hosts the annual parade of decorated boats and yachts. For information, please call (340) 690-4623.; Annual Christmas Party; Mid December. At the Whim Plantation, St. Croix. For information, please call (340) 772-0598.; Caribbean Christmas Concert; Late December. Reichold Center. For information, please call (340)693-1550.; S.J. Boxing Day Memorial Race; Late December. St. Croix Yacht Club. For information, please call (340) 773-9333.

Greater U.S. Virgin Islands Annual Events

Greater U.S. Virgin Islands
Annual Events