Saint John Carnival 2024
Events Schedule
The vibrant and culturally rich St. John Celebration, also known as the St. John Carnival, will take place from June 28 to July 4, 2024, in the picturesque Cruz Bay area of St. John, US Virgin Islands. This annual event is a cornerstone of Caribbean tradition, commemorating the island’s history, notably Emancipation Day on July 3, 1848, and celebrating American Independence on July 4.
The festivities begin with the opening of Carnival Village on June 28. Located in the Cruz Bay Parking Lot, the Village becomes a lively hub filled with booths offering delicious Caribbean food, drinks, arts, crafts, and amusement rides. Each night, the Village features performances from various musical acts, creating a vibrant atmosphere that extends well into the early hours.
Here’s a detailed schedule of key events:
St. John Carnival 2024 Schedule
- June 28 – July 4: Carnival Village at Cruz Bay Parking Lot
- June 28
- 7:00 PM: LIVE MUSIC: RVP Band, Adam O, KES the Band, Klimax
- June 29
- 7:00 PM: LIVE MUSIC: Wire to Wire, John Gotti, Spectrum, Shal Marshall, Voice, Xpress Band
- June 30
- 7:00 PM: LIVE MUSIC: VIO Int’l, Cool Session, R. City, OMG
- July 1
- 4:00 AM: J’ouvert at St. John National Park Dock
- 7:00 PM: LIVE MUSIC: Fusion Band, Signal Band, Karnage, Jam Band
- July 3: Emancipation Day Events
- 10:00 AM: Cultural Display at Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park
- 1:00 PM: Emancipation Day Program at Franklin A. Powell, Sr. Park
- 7:00 PM: Torch Light Parade
- July 4: Parade Day and Fireworks
- 11:00 AM: Parade at St. John National Park Parking Lot
- Evening: Fireworks over Cruz Bay Harbor
The St. John Celebration offers a week-long immersion into the island’s culture, traditions, and festive spirit, making it a must-experience event for both locals and visitors!