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St. Thomas Virgin Islands Carnival Celebrations

The word Carnival brings to mind an assortment of images; for music lovers it might mean heated Calypso shows and for children it brings to mind amusement park rides and cotton candy. To those who enjoy Caribbean delicacies Carnival may mean food fair and food/drink booths at the village. And to anyone who has experienced the Carnival parades, the word certainly brings to mind steel drums, bands, colorful costumes, people of all ages dancing in the streets, mocko-jumbies and fireworks. And if none of these images came to mind, perhaps you have never experienced Carnival in the U.S.V.I. Join us now, as we introduce you to Carnival!

Highly Anticipated Event

'Everybody love the Carnival, No don't stop de Carnival, Do as you like, but leave my Carnival, All West Indians love their Carnival, Everybody bound to have their fun, No rain at all can stop de Carnival, Not even hurricanes can stop de Carnival because all de Creole de love their Carnival.' (Don't Stop the Carnival by Duke of Iron. Calypso theme song for Carnival 1952.)

There is no denying that Virgin Islanders love Carnival! It is the most anticipated cultural event of the year! Carnival is a festival celebrating freedom through dancing, singing, parades, pageantry, music, drinks, food, friends and fun. It includes nightly displays of talented bands and individual musicians, pageants for Carnival royalty and fairs showcasing local crafts, food and drinks. Carnival however is much more than a large party. It is an exposition of culture and a treasured tradition that is passed down year after year. It draws on African and European customs including music, dancing and masquerades. Carnival can be found throughout the Caribbean and is celebrated on various islands at different times of the year. In the United States Virgin Islands Carnival events take place on St. Thomas in April/May, St. Croix in December/January and St. John in June/July.

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The carnival tradition in St. Thomas began in 1912, however it would be 38 years before the festival would become an annual event. In 1952 Ron de Lugo revived Carnival in St. Thomas and we have been celebrating every year since. St. Thomas hosts the second largest Carnival cultural celebration in the Caribbean. It is a month long event that includes calypso shows, food fair, queen pageants, steel pan shows, parades and more. St. Thomas’ annual post-Easter Carnival is an incredible spectacle of spirit and tradition.

Frenchman’s Bay Hideaway

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St. Thomas 2010 Carnival
Schedule

Sunday April 11th: Prince & Princess Show, 5pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Saturday April 17th: Queen Selection Show, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Sunday April 18th: Toddlers Derby, 5pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium and Traditional Games, 7pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Monday April 19th: Hospital Carnival, 6pm - Schneider Hospital lobby

Tuesday April 20st: Junior Calypso Competition, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Wednesday April 21st: Cultural Night, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Thursday April 22nd: Latin/Calypso Night, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Friday April 23rd: Opening of Carnival Rides, 6pm - Fort Christian Parking Lot and Soca Explosion, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Saturday April 24th: Calypso Revue, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Sunday April 25th: Water Sports, 10am - Charlotte Amalie and Steelband Jamboree, 5pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Monday April 26th: Opening of Carnival Village, 6pm - Fort Christian Parking Lot

Tuesday April 27th: Pre-Teen Tramp, 6pm - Rothschild Francis “Market” Square to Children’s Village and Senior Citizens Quelbe Tramp, 8pm - Rothschild Francis “Market” Square to Carnival Village

Wednesday April 28th: Cultural Fair, 8pm - Emancipation Garden

COME JOIN NICCI AND I FOR J’OUVERT!

Thursday April 29th: J’ouvert warm-up 12:30am (that’s NOT a typo) then J’ouvert at 4am (again, NOT a typo) - Veterans Drive and V.I. Lottery Local Calypso, 8pm - Lionel Roberts Stadium

Friday April 30th: Children’s Parade, 10am - Rothschild Francis “Market” Square to Lionel Roberts Stadium

Saturday May 1, 2010 The Carnival Mile

Course; One mile starting on Main Street at Western Cemetery ending at Roosevelt Park. Award prizes for overall winners and to the1st, 2nd &3rd place finisher in the following age group; 12& under, 13-19 20-20, 30-39, 40-40, 50-50, 60& over. Race day registration 6:30 a.m.- 7:00 a.m. Fees; adults $10 Youth $5. For more information call Betty 386-679-7221 pr Therese 775-6373

Saturday May 1st: Adults Parade, 10am - Western Cemetery to Lionel Roberts Stadium and Fireworks, 9pm - Charlotte Amalie and Last Lap, 10pm-2pm - Fort Christian Parking Lot

April 30- May 4, 2009
We had a wonderful time in St. Thomas. This was our first carnival celebrated in St. Thomas and I thank you for providing an affordable home away from home. The view, location, & studio was perfect for our vacation. I will definitely recommed this hideaway.
Leona Ford

Your Hosts:

Glynn Wheeler

PO Box 10436, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands 00801

Wheeler@attglobal.net

(340) 774-2193