March on St. Croix
March is a great time to be on St. Croix. With beautiful weather and lots of sunshine comes lots of events and things to do, most notably the St. Patrick's Day Parade! Held in Christiansted, this parade is full of festive floats, live music, dancing and the quintessential mocko jumbies. You can also enjoy other outdoor events like activities like the Christiansted Vintage and Collectibles Fair, road races and sporting events.
March is also VI History Month so expect incredible exhibits, historic tours, and unique experiences. Additionally, March 31st is Transfer Day which commemorates the day that the Danish West Indies were formally ceded to the United States by Denmark, thus becoming the US Virgin Islands. Find out about all this and more below!
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MARCH CALENDAR OF EVENTS
02 & 03 | Folklife Festival 2024
Come out and embrace the local Crucian culture over two days filled with live music, quadrille dancing, cooking demonstrations, local food and so much more. Organized by our local cultural ambassadors, the Ten Sleepless Knights.
When : 11:00AM - 5:00PM
Where : Whim Museum
Admission : Free
12 | Folklife Festival 2024: Bomba, Bamboula, African Dance
Come out and enjoy a night of Bomba, Bamboula, and African Dance - FREE at Island Center for the Performing Arts. Organized by our local cultural ambassadors, the Ten Sleepless Knights.
When : Doors open at 7:00PM
Where : Island Center for the Performing Arts
Admission : Free
12 - 18 | Tropical Skills Class
In this week-long class, you will learn a variety of ancient skills geared towards surviving and living in a tropical environment. All meals are included in the cost of the class. Meals will also serve as a way to learn more about the tropical environment, as we incorporate both locally cultivated and wild foods into the menu. Book online!
When : March 12th - 18th
Where : Mount Victory Camp
Cost : $900 includes meals and tent camping.
14 | Folklife Festival 2024: Mokolution
Mokolution : The Evolution of the Moko Jumbie, narrated by Willard John with the Guardians of Culture - FREE at Island Center for the Performing Arts. Organized by our local cultural ambassadors, the Ten Sleepless Knights.
When : Doors open at 7:00PM
Where : Island Center for the Performing Arts
Admission : Free
15 | Folklife Festival 2024: Grand Quadrille Dance
Grand Quadrille Dance at St. Gerard’s Hall in Frederiksted with music by Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights. Organized by our local cultural ambassadors, the Ten Sleepless Knights.
When : Doors open at 10:00PM
Where : St. Gerard’s Hall in Frederiksted
Admission : $5
15-16-17 | Caribbean Community Theatre presents "Francine's Will"
There are six performances over two weekends of Francine’s Will at CCT: March 15-16 and 22-23, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, and two Sunday matinees at 4 PM on March 17 & 24, 2024.
When : Doors open at 10:00PM
Where : Caribbean Community Theatre
Admission : $20 on Event Brite, or at the door
The Crucians have been known to celebrate anything, and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is no exception….
Read More16 | St. Croix St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The parade starts at the Fort and will go down Company Street to Market Street, and it will turn and come back down King street, ending at the Fort. There is no parking on Company Street, Market Street, King Street, Church Street and Queen Cross Street from 3:00AM to 4:30PM.
When : 11:00AM
Where : Downtown Christiansted
Admission : Free
17 | St. Patrick's Day (Holiday)
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Read More21 | 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
22-23-24 | Caribbean Community Theatre presents "Francine's Will"
There are six performances over two weekends of Francine’s Will at CCT: March 15-16 and 22-23, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, and two Sunday matinees at 4 PM on March 17 & 24, 2024.
When : Doors open at 10:00PM
Where : Caribbean Community Theatre
Admission : $20 on Event Brite, or at the door
23 | Tidy Up for Turtles
Help us clean up Cane Bay Beach this Saturday to get ready for the turtles! Clean up supplies and light refreshments will be provided. Sign up ahead of time for the chance to win some great turtle prizes!
When : 8:00AM - 11:00AM
Where : The Landing at Cane Bay
Admission : Free
24 | Island Hoppers Race
For details and information please contact Theresa from the Virgin Islands Triathlon Federation at theresa@vitf.org or call (340) 513-2707.
Where : South Shore
30 | Easter Luncheon Tour and Egg Hunt
Join The Grange Estate for a delightful Easter egg hunt and brunch, designed to enchant both adults and kids. Their sprawling gardens provide the perfect backdrop for the egg hunt, promising a day of laughter and joy as you search for hidden treasures amidst the blooming spring flowers.
Where : The Grange Estate
Admission : Kids $30 / Adults $55
30 | Easter Egg Raffle at Bleu Chocolat
Bleu Chocolàt Workshop will hold its first Easter Egg Raffle, with this year’s proceeds partially benefiting the Queen Louise Home for Children. The highlight of the raffle is a spectacular 34-pound chocolate Easter egg handcrafted by celebrated Chef Erika Dupree Cline that will be donated to Queen Louise Home for Children, along with half of the proceeds of the raffle ticket sales.
Location: Bleu Chocolàt Workshop, Christiansted
Time : Raffle drawing is at noon
31 | Virgin Islands Transfer Day Commemoration
Transfer Day is celebrated by the U.S. Virgin Islands on March 31st each year, commemorating the day that the Danish West Indies were formally ceded to the United States by Denmark, consequently becoming the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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More About March on St. Croix
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High Season
March is part of the high (or peak) tourism season on St. Croix. While St. Croix isn't really a place with big crowds, March 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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March Holidays
St. Patrick's Day (17th)
Transfer Day (31st)
Easter Sunday (may be March or April) -
Average Temperatures
The average daily temperatures in March range from the high 70s to mid-80s (°F)
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Average Rainfall
March 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.