The U.S. Virgin Islands have festivities taking place all through the year including concerts, festivals, fairs and boating events.
The list below presents an overview of the major events in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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.
