April on St. Croix
As winter fades and spring is reborn, it is a beautiful time of year in St. Croix! Temperatures range from the mid-70’s to the mid-80’s and there are only 7 days of rain on average, making April one of St. Croix's sunniest and coolest months. So, the islanders take advantage of the nice weather to host a variety of annual events in April. How about participating in an a more athletic activity such as the Golden Hook Dolphin Fishing Tournament? If you would prefer to enjoy the arts, stroll through charming downtown Christiansted and enjoy Art Thursday. Don’t forget, April 22 is Earth Day! Consider celebrating Earth Day by enjoying one of the eco-friendly activities St. Croix has to offer.
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APRIL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
05 | Moonlight Movies at the Fort
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join us at the Christiansted Fort for an FREE outdoor movie. Celebrate Earth Day by cheering on the unlikely planetary hero WALL-e!
When : 6:45PM - 9:30PM
Where : Christiansted National Historic Site
Admission : Free
06 | Movie Night @ Leatherback Brewing Company
Head to Leatherback Brewing Company on the first Saturday of each month for a FREE outdoor movie on the lawn. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, friends and family and enjoy a movie under the stars. Come early and order your favorite pizza or snack. The bar will be open for beer and cocktails as well.
When : 6:45PM - 9:30PM
Where : Leatherback Brewing Company
Admission : Free
This month's movie is Bob Marley's One Love!
07 | Last day of season for Goat, Soup and Whiskey
Head to Coakley Bay on St. Croix's east end before "The Goat" chef and crew head to Colorado and Ohio for the summer. Serving lunch and dinner (closed Wed) through April 7. DETAILS
07 | Gentlemen of Jones Golf Tournament
The 2nd Annual Light Up Your Life Golf Tournament at The Buccaneer Golf Course is a fundraiser for the Gentlemen of Jones. Proceeds are raising money for lighting up Christiansted during the holidays. Enjoy the community spirit with Breakfast, Contests, Raffle Prizes, and a Luncheon following the tournament. Residents and visitors are all welcome to participate. Join us for a fun day.
8:00AM Breakfast | 9:30AM Start
For more info: Call Buccaneer Golf Pro Shop 340.712.2144 Ulric Benjamin Jr. 340.277.8013 Wayne Biggs Jr. 340.277.4181
Where : The Buccaneer Golf Club
Admission : $150 Per Person / $600 Per Team (4 Players)
11 - 14 | USVI Literary Festival and Book Fair
A celebration of the imagination and a toast to compelling ideas. A premier destination for bibliophiles, literary aficionados, readers, musical and visual artists, aspiring filmmakers, photography buffs as well as new, established and emerging writers. This year's conference is in collaboration with The Caribbean Writer.
When : April 17th - 18th
Where : University of the Virgin Islands, St. Croix
Admission : Registration and tickets are required. Purchase at usvilitfest.com
12 | Great Pond Social
This outdoor event is showcasing Great Pond Lagoon and highlighting possible future restoration designs to restore tidal flow and fishery habitat. Attendees will be provided with the opportunity to view the debut of a short video combining the oral histories, culture and changes to Great Pond Lagoon over time, review design scenarios, participate in discussion, and explore the Visitor Center.
Where : Great Pond, East End Marine Park
Admission : Free
13 - 14 | Golden Hook Fishing Tournament
30th Annual two-day fishing tournament. Cash prizes and raffles. Call (858-229-5462) or email (ghfc@fishstx.com) the Golden Hook Fishing Club for more information.
Time : TBA
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Read More14 | Community Brunch at Feather Leaf Inn
Join us for a delicious and relaxing Vegan Sunday Brunch buffet. Enjoy the ocean view porch, pool, delicious food, and great company! There will be a yoga class (all levels are welcome), led by Yogi Mandi, prior to brunch. You may choose to participate in both, or either.
Where : Feather Leaf Inn
Time : 11:30am - 1pm
Reserve your spot online (for both or either)
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Read More18 | Art Thursday
Art galleries, jewelry studios and fine retail stores all stay open late for a relaxing evening on the town. Admission is FREE, but be sure to bring some shopping money for buying locally made art, jewelry, and more!
When : 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Where : Downtown Christiansted
Admission : Free
Moved to May 16 | Z Evenings @ Z Cafe (NEW!)
Gather under the stars at Z Cafe for “Z Evening,” our monthly social soiree every third Thursday. Enjoy live music, endless appetizers, and our signature cocktails and mocktail, all in the historic Pentheny Courtyard. This intimate small group event is an evening designed for warmth, flavor, and community. Let’s make each third Thursday evening of each month together a celebration of connection and culinary delights.
When : 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Where : Z Cafe, Christiansted
Reservations Required - limited to 30 people. Reserve now.
18 | Taste of St. Croix
From decadent home-made chocolate, the recipe a closely guarded St. Croix secret, to the most sublime of conch soups, guests at the Taste spend hours tasting to their hearts content and reacquainting their souls with the art of good cooking and fine wine.
When : 6:00-9:00pm
Where : Divi Carina Bay Casino
Admission : Tickets sold online
19 | Eco-Fair 2024 (for 3rd-6th Graders)
St. Croix Environmental Association (SEA) is hosting their 31st Annual Eco-Fair! All 3rd-6th grade classes are invited to participate (homeschoolers welcome). Register in advance to reserve a time slot for your students. There is also a virtual session on April 22.
When : 8:30 AM - 3PM
Where : St. George Village Botanical Garden
19 | Moonlight Movies at the Fort
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join us at the Christiansted Fort for a FREE outdoor movie. The feature will be Aladin (2019) for Arab American Heritage month.
When : 6:30PM - 9:30PM
Where : Christiansted National Historic Site
Admission : Free
19 - 20 | The Music Man - Good Hope Country Day School
Good Hope Country Day School presents their annual spring musical. The Music Man - One of the all-time great musicals of Hollywood's golden age, produced and performed by the 30 GHCDS Drama students!
When : 8:00pm
Where : GHCDS Pavilion
Admission : Tickets are on sale for all performances on EventBrite.
19 - 21 | St. Croix International Regatta
Come out for some great sailing, great food, and great times!
Overall Prize: Winner between the Spinnaker and Jib and Main Class wins their Skipper’s weight in Rum! To win, you must be in the Cruising Class or Spinnaker Class
Optimist Green Fleet will have a 1 day clinic, 2 days of racing and lots of fun.
When: April 19th - 21st
Where : St. Croix Yacht Club
20 - 28 | National Park Week - free admission!
Entrance fees will be waived on Saturday, April 20, to kick off the celebration and encourage everyone to enjoy their national parks in person. On St. Croix, the admission fee will be waived at Christiansted National Historic Site for entry to Fort Christianvaern.
Where : Christiansted National Historic Site
Admission : waived
20 | "Rebirth" Exhibit at CMCArts
VI Artists Celebrate the Spring Equinox in this curatorial extravaganza brought to us by artist Lucien Downes. The opening reception is Saturday, April 20, 4 - 8 pm Live music; cash bar; small bites On view thru May 25th
When: April 20-May 25
Where : Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts
26 + 27 | Spring Nursery Clean Up
Interested in a fun group volunteer activity to help out the Garden? Please go help the folks at the Botanical Garden on either Friday or Saturday, as they work to finalize their nursery refurbishment project! Lunch will be provided by the Garden. Email info@thegardenstcroix.org to RSVP
When: 9:00am-12:00pm
Where : St. George Village Botanical Garden
26 - 27 | The Music Man - Good Hope Country Day School
Good Hope Country Day School presents their annual spring musical. The Music Man - One of the all-time great musicals of Hollywood's golden age, produced and performed by the 30 GHCDS Drama students!
When : 8:00pm
Where : GHCDS Pavilion
Admission : Tickets are on sale for all performances on EventBrite.
26 - 28 | A Song for Coretta - Caribbean Community Theater
A play by Pearl Cleage that examines and celebrates the life of Coretta King and the trails she blazed for generations of women.
When : 8:00pm 26th + 27th; 4:00pm 28th
Where : Caribbean Community Theater
Admission : Call CCT to get your tickets while they are still available! 340-778-1983
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More About April on St. Croix
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High Season
April is part of the high (or peak) tourism season on St. Croix. While St. Croix isn't really a place with big crowds, April is a busier time on the island. More things are open, and there are lots of things to do, but make reservations for restaurants, tours and attractions whenever possible.
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April Holidays
Easter Sunday
Earth Day (22) -
Average Temperatures
The average daily temperatures in April range from the high 70s to mid-80s (°F)
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Average Rainfall
April is part of the drier season on St. Croix, averaging about 0.5 inches of rain. What rain showers there are most often on the light side and pass by quickly.
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Local Seafood in Season
Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Conch, Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna
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Local Fruits in Season
Soursop, coconut, papaya, banana, pineapple, passionfruit, watermelon, sugar cane, noni
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Seasonal Flowers + Blooming Plants
Century plants bloom in early spring to late summer with clusters of bright yellow flowers. The South American cannonball tree is also in bloom, with fragrant red flowers and giant cannonball fruits.
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Seasonal Wildlife to Watch For
Humpback whales migrate along St. Croix during the late winter months. There are also occasional sights of whale sharks and manta rays.
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Migratory Birds to Watch For
Black-necked Stilt, Blue-winged Teal, Great Blue Heron, and Northern Waterthrush migrate to the Virgin Islands for the winter months.