St. Thomas is getting ready for a blowout Carnival in April Photo Credit USVI Tourism

IT’S PARTY TIME IN ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS WITH CARNIVAL ON THE APRIL CALENDAR

In U.S.Virgin Islands, Carnival is a week-long fete with food, calypso, parades, and pageants

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) March 2023: It’s party time in the U.S. Virgin Islands starting April 8 when the St. Thomas Carnival kicks into high gear with parades and pageants highlighting local culture. This year’s theme: “Illuminating our Culture for the World to See, St. Thomas Carnival 2023,” reflects the joy carnival presenters have in their island heritage and celebrations. Joseph Boschulte, Commissioner, USVI Department of Tourism, said, “Carnival season on St. Thomas is such a wonderful time of year. It allows us to showcase our culture, music, delicious food, history, design, and creativity. It dovetails perfectly with our tourism marketing campaign, ‘naturally in rhythm’ highlighting our authentic Caribbean experiences and culture.”For the schedule, visit www.usvifestivals.vi .

Book early for Carnival 2023 in U.S. Virgin Islands Photo Credit @usvifestivals

Carnival begins with the Prince, Princess, and Jr. Miss. contest on Sat. April 8, followed by the Carnival Queen showcase on April 15. Other highlights include J’ouvert with an early dawn party on the waterfront with trucks, water, and libations, Children’s and Adult Parades on Mainstreet in Charlotte Amalie with 40+ entries, Food Fair with street food, arts and crafts and live music, Panorama with 6 live steel pan groups performing musical calypso and Village Nights, 6 nights of free performances with 30+ vendors selling food and drinks in the family-friendly village. “We’ve put together a spectacular series of events to showcase Carnival’s rich culture, tradition, and spirit,” said Ian Turnbull, Director of the Division of Festivals .www.VisitUSVI.com

Chanise Shanee Madir is vying for the St. Thomas Carnival Queen crown Photo Credit USVI Festivals via Facebook

Know before you go: Sitting pretty 40 miles east of Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands comprise a United States territory in the northeastern Caribbean Sea. The 3 islands are St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas, where the capital of Charlotte Amalie is located. No passports are required for U.S. citizens traveling from the U.S. mainland or Puerto Rico. Entry requirements for non-U.S. citizens are equivalent to entering the United States from any international country. Upon departure, a passport is required for non-U.S. citizens. For more information about the United States Virgin Islands, go to www.VisitUSVI.com, follow us on Instagram (@visitusvi) and Twitter (@usvitourism), and become a fan on Facebook (www.facebook.com/VisitUSVI).