Explore our Carnivals & Festivals Each of our island carnivals is one heck of a party. Marvel at costumes that are heavy enough to be supported by wheels and soar as tall as a house. Watch moko jumbie dancers whose stilts are taller still. See parades of people dancing for hours, transported by calypso and soca music blasted from colorful floats by local bands. And catch the competitions for Calypso King and other carnival royalty. It’s all launched by J’Ouvert, a wild sunrise street dance. You’ll discover that our various carnivals celebrate everything from freedom to the joy of Christmas and hope for the coming new year. Featured Carnivals & Festivals St. Thomas Carnival April 28, 2024 - May 5, 2024 Are you ready for St. Thomas Carnival 2024? Are you ready to indulge in the ultimate cultural experience? You can partake in signature events like J'ouvert, parades, a food fair, pageant shows and many more! Book your trip today and join us for a week of excitement. April 28, 2024 - May 5, 2024 More Details!Book The Experience! Explore St. Thomas St. Croix Jump Ups During these mini carnivals held in Christiansted four times a year, the streets are closed to vehicles and filled with people, a variety of vendors and music. The biggest Jump Up is held annually on Valentine’s Day. Explore St. Croix Mango Melee - Early July This early-July celebration of the marvelous mango is held annually at St. George Village Botanical Garden. It features chefs and mixologists using the golden-fleshed tropical fruit in every way imaginable, plus a mango-eating contest and music by top local bands. Explore St. Croix St. Patrick’s Day Parade - March It might seem odd to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on this island in the Caribbean, but it’s a parade and party that has been held annually in Christiansted for more than 50 years. Come join the fun, Irish or not. Explore St. Croix St. John Celebration - June 28th - July 4th Celebrate a colorful and cultural jamboree for St John Celebration from June 28th - July 4th. Smaller and more intimate than other carnivals, this event marks the end of slavery on the islands on July 3, 1848, as well as the founding of the United States on July 4, 1776. Its parade is just as fun, albeit smaller than others. And the lines for food and drinks are shorter! See Events Calendar St. Thomas Carnival April 28, 2024 - May 5, 2024St. Thomas St. Croix Jump UpsSt. Croix Mango Melee - Early July St. Croix St. Patrick’s Day Parade - MarchSt. Croix St. John Celebration - June 28th - July 4thSt. John What's Happening on the United States Virgin Islands St Croix The Buccaneer Hotel St Croix Divi Carina Bay Resort & Casino St Croix Carambola Beach Resort St. Croix, US Virgin Islands St Croix Sand Castle on the Beach St Croix The Fred What's Happening on St. Croix St. Croix Jump Up May 3, 2024 - Nov 28, 2025 St. Croix St. Croix Pride Month Jun 1 - 30, 2024 St. Croix Mango Melee Jul 7, 2024 What's Happening on St. Thomas St. Thomas St. Thomas Carnival Apr 28 - May 5, 2024 St. Thomas King of the Wing Jun 8, 2024 St. Thomas USVI CHARTER YACHT SHOW Nov 8 - 11, 2024 What's Happening on St. John St. John Beach-to-Beach Power Swim May 26, 2024 St. John St. John Celebration Jun 30 - Jul 4, 2024 Book Your Festival Experience Live Stream Carnivals & Festivals Experience Carnivals & Festivals from afar Click the link below and live stream USVI Festivals & Carnivals from anywhere in the world! Live stream now Live Stream Carnivals & Festivals Event Sponsors . More to Experience Places to Stay Things to Do Local Cuisine Shopping Outdoor Adventures Beaches Water Activities Know Before You Go All Planning Tips Image Travel Transportation As a United States Territory, travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands does not require a passport for U.S. citizens arriving from Puerto Rico or the U.S. mainland. More Health Hospitals Good hospitals with well-trained doctors and medical professionals are available on St. Croix and St. Thomas. More Sunscreen MINERAL ONLY Please use only mineral sunscreen. It's the law in the U.S. Virgin Islands. More Weather When to Visit The U.S. Virgin Islands is a year-round destination; however, you may find the best bargains on hotels and attractions during the summer months. More Cruise Ships St Thomas is the most popular cruise ship destination in the Caribbean, with more than 500 arrivals each year. These ships pull in to the West Indian Company dock in Havensight on the eastern edge of St Thomas Harbour, and to Crown Bay Marina to the West. More All Planning Tips Image