USVI & BVI Events Calendar — Festivals, Carnival & More

🎆 January

STX Christmas Festival & Crucian Carnival

St. Croix's biggest celebration wraps up in early January with the Grand Parade in Frederiksted — one of the most colorful and lively carnivals in the Caribbean.

Three Kings Day (Día de Reyes)

Celebrated across the USVI on January 6th with parades, music, and traditional festivities rooted in the islands' Danish and Caribbean heritage.

🎶 February

USVI Agriculture & Food Fair

Held at the Honelove Estate in St. Croix, this annual fair showcases local agriculture, food, livestock, and island culture. A beloved community tradition.

Mardi Gras & Cultural Events

Pre-Lenten celebrations and local cultural events across the islands bring live music, food, and community gatherings to St. Thomas and St. Croix.

⛵ March

BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival

One of the Caribbean's premier sailing events, held over several days at Nanny Cay, Tortola. Racing fleets from across the world compete in the waters around the BVI.

St. Thomas International Regatta

A major annual regatta bringing competitive sailors to St. Thomas for racing in the waters off the U.S. Virgin Islands.

🎺 April

Soka Elements — St. Thomas

A high-energy soca and Caribbean music festival in St. Thomas bringing top regional artists together for an unforgettable outdoor concert experience timed around Carnival season.

St. Thomas Carnival

The biggest party in the USVI — a two-week celebration culminating in the Grand Parade on April 30th. Steel pan, calypso, jouvert, food villages, and the crowning of the Carnival Queen.

🌊 May

Hook, Line & Sinker Fishing Tournament

A popular annual fishing tournament in the USVI drawing anglers competing for prizes in multiple categories. Family-friendly with shoreside festivities.

International Coastal Cleanup & Ocean Month Events

Community-organized beach cleanups and marine conservation events across the USVI and BVI celebrating ocean awareness.

🌿 June

St. John Festival Begins

St. John's month-long festival kicks off in June with cultural shows, food fairs, beauty pageants, and nightly entertainment in Cruz Bay leading up to July 4th celebrations.

Emancipation Garden Events, STT

Cultural events and commemorations around the St. Thomas Emancipation Garden marking historical milestones in USVI history.

🇻🇮 July

St. John Festival & July 4th Grand Parade

The crown jewel of the St. John Festival — the July 4th Grand Parade through Cruz Bay is one of the most vibrant celebrations in the Caribbean, blending U.S. Independence Day with deep island culture.

USVI Emancipation Day (July 3)

The USVI celebrates its own Emancipation Day on July 3rd, marking the 1848 emancipation of enslaved people in the Danish West Indies — a distinct and important observance.

🎊 August

BVI Emancipation Festival

The BVI's major national celebration marking emancipation — a week of festivities in Road Town including parades, calypso competition, jouvert, cultural shows, and the Grand Parade.

Summer Sailing Events & Regattas

Various inter-island sailing races and water sports events take place across the BVI and USVI during August, taking advantage of the season's consistent trade winds.

🎸 September

USVI Open Atlantic Blue Marlin Tournament

One of the richest blue marlin tournaments in the world, held annually out of St. Thomas. Teams from across the globe compete for significant prize purses.

Back-to-School Cultural Events

Community celebrations and cultural events marking the return of the school year across the islands, often featuring local music, food, and arts.

🦞 October

BVI Food Fete

A month-long culinary celebration across the British Virgin Islands featuring pop-up dining events, chef showcases, rum tastings, and cultural food experiences at restaurants throughout Tortola and beyond.

USVI Locally Grown Food & Culture Events

Farm-to-table events and agricultural showcases highlighting locally grown produce, island cuisine, and sustainable farming across St. Thomas and St. Croix.

🏁 November

Vibes on the Rock — St. Thomas

An annual weekend entertainment event in St. Thomas featuring live music, comedy, and Caribbean vibes. One of the most anticipated social events on the island's calendar.

Rolex Cup Regatta

A prestigious offshore and coastal race held out of St. Thomas, attracting top competitive sailors from across the Caribbean and beyond for multi-day racing.

🎄 December

STX Christmas Festival Begins

St. Croix's beloved Christmas Festival kicks off in December with the Children's Parade, food fair, cultural shows, and nightly entertainment in Frederiksted leading into January.

Holiday Boat Parades & Lighted Nights

Decorated boat parades and holiday light events across St. Thomas, St. John, and Tortola harbors bring a festive glow to the Caribbean evenings throughout December.

📋 Note: Event dates vary year to year. This calendar lists major recurring annual events for planning reference. Always verify exact dates with official event organizers before booking travel or accommodation. Know of an event we should add? Send us a tip →