Five Things to Do In St. Thomas During Carnival

Dancing, Singing Loud off key, Twirling in the streets in St. Thomas USVI was the absolute best way to celebrate Franny J’s retirement!  I knew the moment we stepped off Spirit Airlines this trip would be life changing for me.  

Join a J’ouvert Troupe

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Our host Lisa Donovan and the VI Feters made our first Carnival experience a memorable one.  She planned a week full of activities from meet and greets to beach parties. Joining the V.I. Feters group was the best decision I made. I was able to enjoy the festivities in a safe environment.  

Senior Citizens Parade   

The Senior Citizens Parade was our introduction to a rich beautiful culture. We participated in the parade by singing folk songs, drinking rum, and dancing to the beat of the Caribbean drums.

The Village at Night!

The Village was the place to experience the best of St Thomas Carnival nightlife.  USVI Tourism Board hosted concerts, carnival rides, and the best local food booths in the village.  Many popular Caribbean bands performed each night.  My favorite band of the week was the Spectrum Band.  Listen to the Band Now

J’ouvert Troupe Parade

My most exciting experience of the week was the J'ouvert Parade.  Lisa Donovan and the VI FETERS threw a great party.  The Feters offered seafood chowder and fully stocked bar to their troupe members.  By the time the parade ended at 11, we had walked 10 miles in a drunken stupor.

Children and Adult Parades

The gorgeous costumes which are synonymous with Carnival are at the parades.  Competitive dance and steel band groups compete for Governer's Honors and bragging rights.

Honorable Mentions

• Magens Bay
• Experience crystal clear water.  
• The Village Food Festival
• Great opportunity to eat local cuisine.

Carnival is a month long celebration in St. Thomas with most of the festivities mention the last week of April.  Now is the time to plan for the 2017 festivities.   Contact your local travel agent for parties of 6 or more people. Join discount programs like Groupon to receive discounts on hotel and plane tickets.