by Jamoreelah Mullen
Might 1, 2025
No passport wanted.
The 73rd Annual St. Thomas Carnival is in full swing, celebrating Caribbean meals, historical past, tradition, and considered one of its most important parts: music. This yr’s leisure incorporates a multicultural, star-studded lineup that gives one thing for carnival-goers of all ages.
St. Thomas Carnival’s Village Nights options six free concert events on the Fort Christian Parking Lot from April 28 to Might 3, 2025. The live performance sequence kicked off with a efficiency by worldwide dancehall star Shabba Ranks. Different notable artists will quickly take the stage, providing a musical smorgasbord that features reggae, soca, dancehall, and Latin-infused sounds. The lineup will encompass U.S. Virgin Islands natives Strain Busspipe, Adam O, Th3rd, and Star Martin, who just lately grew to become the primary feminine artist from the Virgin Islands nominated for a Caribbean Music Award.
Legendary dancehall artist Beenie Man will carry out on Might 1. The “Who Am I” singer visited the island earlier this yr for the primary time in a decade after his U.S. journey visa was reinstated following a 10-year journey ban to the U.S.
Rounding out the Caribbean musical melting pot would be the Dominican bouyon band Triple Kay, merengue artist El Blachy, and Trinidadian soca artist Voice.
The DJs will preserve the get together going between musical units. Workforce DJ Reg and DJ Avalanche will symbolize the Virgin Islands, whereas Bronx native DJ Whutever will convey some musical taste from the mainland.
“These annual celebrations are so particular as a result of they showcase the perfect of Caribbean tradition and honor the shared heritage and wealthy traditions that unite us all,” USVI Division of Festivals Director Ian Turnbull mentioned in a press launch, “Our objective yearly is to authentically spotlight Caribbean artistry and expertise for everybody experiencing the pageant.”
Positioned roughly 40 miles east of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands are territories of america, comprising three fundamental islands: St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas. U.S. residents touring from the U.S. mainland or Puerto Rico don’t require a passport. Non-U.S. residents ought to comply with the identical journey necessities as these coming into the mainland United States.
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