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February on St. Croix

February brings comfortable, drier weather to St. Croix making it the perfect time for St. Croix to host the agricultural festival in the Territory, AgriFest. This weekend long cultural festival is a celebration and exhibition of local produce, livestock and and handmade products attended by visitors and exhibitors from around the Caribbean. February also brings one of Christiansted's four annual Jump Ups, the North Shore's Mardi Croix Parade and the annual Orchid Show at the St. George Village Botanical Garden. You can also continue to enjoy a few of the recurring monthly events such as Art Thursday in Christiansted, and outdoor movies. Find out about all this and more below!

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FEBRUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

01  | 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. Check out the Leatherback Brewing Co. Facebook page for this month’s movie feature.

When : 6:45PM - 9:30PM

Where : Leatherback Brewing Company

Admission : Free

07 - 08  | Waitress

Caribbean Community Theatre presents Waitress, directed by Leslie Highfield Carter and Eileen Bishop Des Jardins. Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles, Book by Jessie Nelson. Assistant music direction by Tyler Donohoo, and choreography by Anais Alicea & Leslie Highfield Carter.

There will be eight performances across three weekends: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM (February 7th+8th, 14th+15th, and 21st+22nd), and Sunday matinees at 4:00PM (February 16th & 23rd)

When : 8:00PM

Where : Caribbean Community Theatre

Admission : Tickets will be available on Eventbrite

14  | CMCArts Presents Dr. Simone L. Palmer Concert Series

CMCArts hosts the Dr. Simone L. Palmer Concert Series, an evening of live music in the CMCArts courtyard every second Thursday from December through April.

There will be a cash bar and light refreshments. Members get tickets for 50% off the regular price.

When : 6:00-9:00PM

Where : Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts Courtyard

Admission : $30, $15 for members

14 - 16  | Waitress

Caribbean Community Theatre presents Waitress, directed by Leslie Highfield Carter and Eileen Bishop Des Jardins. Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles, Book by Jessie Nelson. Assistant music direction by Tyler Donohoo, and choreography by Anais Alicea & Leslie Highfield Carter.

There will be eight performances across three weekends: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM (February 7th+8th, 14th+15th, and 21st+22nd), and Sunday matinees at 4:00PM (February 16th & 23rd)

When : 8:00PM (Friday and Saturday), 4:00PM (Sunday)

Where : Caribbean Community Theatre

Admission : Tickets will be available on Eventbrite

Agricultural and Food Fair “AgFair”

Every year, St. Croix hosts the largest agricultural festival in the Territory. AgriFest, is…

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15 - 17  | Agrifest 2025

AgriFest, is a colorful display of locally produced agricultural products, livestock, arts and crafts and native cuisine. Taking place over four days, festival goers can taste, touch and see everything on St. Croix that has to do with agricultural. There is a small admission fee to enter, but well worth it! Once inside the fair grounds, you can make your way though vendors selling a variety of goods and locally made products.

When : TBA

Where : AgriFest Grounds

16 - 22  | Family Camp

A winter skills getaway for families!   Parents can relax and kids can play while we connect more deeply with nature through natural skills and awareness.  Skills instruction and beach time with three wonderful meals a day full of local foods served to you.  Tent camping included (or upgrade to a cabin).

Where : Mt. Victory Camp Eco-Lodge

Admission : Price Varies per accommodations and family size

Art Thursday

Art Thursday

Take a Walk Through the Vibrant Christiansted Art Community! Explore Art on St. Croix!…

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20  | 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

Rhythms at Sunset

Rhythms at Sunset is a monthly gathering in downtown Frederiksted that transforms Verne I….

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21  | Rhythms at Sunset

Our Town Frederiksted presents a series of FREE waterfront concerts.  Enjoy the best of local talent with featured performances, delicious food, and a stunning sunset over the pier. We're bringing life and music back to Freedom City! Three surprise Guest Artists will be featured every month.

When : 6:00-9:00PM

Where : Verne I. Richards Veterans Memorial Park, Frederiksted Waterfront

Admission: Free

21 - 23  | Waitress

Caribbean Community Theatre presents Waitress, directed by Leslie Highfield Carter and Eileen Bishop Des Jardins. Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles, Book by Jessie Nelson. Assistant music direction by Tyler Donohoo, and choreography by Anais Alicea & Leslie Highfield Carter.

There will be eight performances across three weekends: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM (February 7th+8th, 14th+15th, and 21st+22nd), and Sunday matinees at 4:00PM (February 16th & 23rd)

When : 8:00PM (Friday and Saturday), 4:00PM (Sunday)

Where : Caribbean Community Theatre

Admission : Tickets will be available on Eventbrite

TBA  | VITF Duathlon National

VI Triathlon Federation's National Duathlon event.

When : TBA

Where : TBA

 

More About February

  • High Season

    February is part of the high (or peak) tourism season on St. Croix. While St. Croix isn't really a place with big crowds, February 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.

  • February Holidays

    Valentine's Day (14th)
    Presidents' Day (3rd Monday)

  • Average Temperatures

    The average daily temperatures in February range from the low 70s to low 80s (°F)

  • Average Rainfall

    February is part of the drier season on St. Croix, averaging about 0.4 inches of rain

  • Local Seafood in Season

    Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Conch, Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna

  • Local Fruits in Season

    Soursop, coconut, papaya, banana, pineapple, passionfruit, watermelon, sugar cane, noni 

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    Seasonal Flowers + Blooming Plants

    Red hot poker vine bloom this time of year with beautiful, showy, crimson flowers with yellow or orange on the outside of the petals. Bromeliads, including pineapple, also bloom this time of year.

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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. 

  • 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.