Raul “Jougo” Sprauve has continued his dominance of the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival Road March competition, taking the 2026 title with “Street Parade,” while BVI Tribe emerged as the top Adult Troupe in this year’s Festival Parade. The Virgin Islands Festivals and Fairs Committee announced the results following the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival celebrations. Ova Drive’s “Shake … Continued
Eklund Z. Adams, who performs under the stage name “Officer Adams,” has been crowned the 2026 Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival Calypso Monarch. The victory marks a comeback for Adams, whose 2025 triumph in the Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival Calypso Competition was later overturned after he and several other contestants were disqualified for breaching the competition’s … Continued
On Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, the Sea Cow’s Bay Heritage Group will be hosting A Cultural Emancipation Celebration In Sea Cow’s Bay On August Tuesday, atthe Ebenezer Thomas Primary school grounds from 10:00am to 6:00pm. The day will be filled with delicious cultural food, lots of fun and many cultural activities reminiscent of the good … Continued
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says the recently concluded Christmas in July in the BVI brought millions of dollars to the local economy. Addressing more than 7 thousand attendees at the 14th Annual Christmas in July in Virgin Gorda, Premier Wheatley, highlighted the event’s significance to the Virgin Islands economy and its enduring ties with Puerto … Continued
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development invites the public to attend a Remembrance Ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Fancy Me, one of the most tragic maritime disasters in Virgin Islands history. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, 26 July 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at Sir Olva Georges Plaza, … Continued
On July 18th, a night of elegance and fashion ensued but the magic of Summer Sizzle begins way before the night event started. This week-long spectacle made certain that models, creatives and production could celebrate and unwind. The week kicked off with official welcome events, including an intimate welcome dinner where visiting international press, celebrity … Continued
The Cedar Equity Ventures Limited Virgin Islands Icon Awards delivered one of its most memorable productions to date on Saturday, July 11, bringing together hundreds of patrons, supporters and distinguished guests for an extraordinary celebration of Virgin Islands excellence. Presented under the patronage of Premier Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, the awards honoured the remarkable … Continued
Nyammin’s must-have BVI rum cake is the Official Rum Cake of the 14th annual Christmas in July (XIJ). Christmas in July is one of the most awaited nautical events for boaters and beach enthusiasts (with a record participation of 500 boats and more than 6,000 people) and Nyammin’ is bringing a taste of BVI culture to the … Continued
Xmas in July 2026 returns this year with Puerto Rican singer Pedro Capó as its headline act. The pioneering nautical event and the largest in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Pond Bay Beach in Virgin Gorda. Xmas in July is brought once again by Wally Castro … Continued
The 2026 Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant will return to the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Sunday, 2nd August, beginning promptly at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the Territory’s premier pageant are now on sale, giving patrons the opportunity to experience an evening celebrating the very best of Virgin Islands beauty, culture, talent and intellect. Chair of … Continued
